A nurse is providing education to a client with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) who is prescribed corticosteroids. What should the nurse instruct the client to monitor for while taking this medication?

A) Incorrect. Corticosteroids can lead to increased appetite and weight gain, but this is not the primary concern. Weight loss and muscle weakness are more significant potential side effects.

B) Correct. Corticosteroids can lead to weight loss and muscle weakness due to their catabolic effects on tissues.

C) Incorrect. Elevated blood pressure and increased heart rate are not typically associated with corticosteroid use.

D) Incorrect. While mood swings and changes in behavior can be side effects of corticosteroids, they are not the primary concerns mentioned in the question.

A) Incorrect. While having IBD does increase the risk of colorectal cancer, it is not accurate to say that it does not affect the risk.

B) Correct. Individuals with Inflammatory Bowel Disease, particularly those with long-standing and extensive disease, have a slightly increased risk of developing colorectal cancer.

C) Incorrect. Colorectal cancer is not guaranteed for everyone with IBD. While the risk is increased, it does not mean everyone with IBD will develop colorectal cancer.

D) Incorrect. While the risk of colorectal cancer is elevated in individuals with IBD, it is not accurate to say that it is "significantly" increased for everyone. The level of risk can vary depending on factors such as the extent and duration of the disease.