If a patient is administered a powerful glucocorticoid such as prednisone) to suppress the immune system, what unintended effects might this have on blood chemistry?
A) increase of insulin
B) decrease of insulin
C) increase of blood glucose
D) decrease of blood glucose
E) both A and C

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Glucocorticoids increase blood glucose levels by stimulating gluconeogenesis and inhibiting glucose uptake by cells. They also decrease insulin secretion, which further contributes to hyperglycemia.

If a Patient Is Administered a Powerful Glucocorticoid Such as Prednisone)