Managing Patients on Prednisone Initial Consultation and Education: Understanding Prednisone: Its important that patients understand why prednisone has been prescribed, its significant potential side effects, and the importance of adherence to the prescribed dose and duration
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A gradual taper - reducing the dose in steps over several weeks or months - may help ease the transition
First-line approaches recommended by NICE and the NHS include: Dietary modification a balanced, calorie-reduced diet tailored to individual needs, with guidance from a registered dietitian where appropriate Increased physical activity at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week for adults, in line with the UK Chief Medical Officers' physical activity guidelines Behavioural interventions cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)-based programmes, group support, and self-monitoring strategies For individuals with a BMI of 30 kg/m or above (or 27.5 kg/m in certain ethnic groups), pharmacological treatment may be considered alongside lifestyle interventions, subject to clinical assessment and specific eligibility criteria: Orlistat reduces dietary fat absorption and is available via GP prescription
Understanding Potential Issues of Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric surgery can be a safe and effective intervention for weight loss management when other methods have been unsuccessful
