PALS Which statement about hydrocortisone is NOT correct? Hydrocortisone cannot be used for adrenal insufficiency associated wit
h septic shock. A common side effect is hyperglycemia. Hydrocortisone inhibits vascular leak due to proinflammatory mediators. Hydrocortisone is classified as a corticosteroid.
Hydrocortisone inhibits vascular leak due to proinflammatory mediators.
Explanation:
Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid anti-inflammatory medication capable of reducing the body's immune response, and thus reduce pain and itching. Hydrocortisone treatment is used in different health problems, including, among others, piles and itchy bottom, mouth ulcers, skin problems, adrenal insufficiency, etc. This drug is also utilized in persons that don't produce enough cortisol, a natural stress hormone. It has been shown that hydrocortisone may lead to enhancement of vascular leak, which suggests secondary effects on myocardial and endothelial cells.
