A client with chronic pulmonary disease is receiving highdose corticosteroid therapy. The nurse performs what priority intervention during the course of this treatment? 1. Protect the client from...

A client with chronic pulmonary disease is receiving highdose corticosteroid therapy. The nurse performs what priority intervention during the course of this treatment?

1. Protect the client from sources of potential infection.

2. Teach the client how to self-monitor blood pressure.

3. Encourage ambulation and range-of-motion exercises.

4. Promote dietary intake of sodium-rich foods.