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ENagel

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The physician has changed the medications for the child with asthma to salmeterol (Serevent). The mother asks the nurse what this drug will do. The nurse should explain that salmeterol (Serevent) is used to treat asthma because the drug
 
  1. is an anti-inflammatory.
  2. decreases mucous production.
  3. controls allergic rhinitis.
  4. is a bronchodilator.

Question 2

Extended use combined oral contraceptives (COCs) reduce the side effects of COCs such as which of the following?
 
  1. Cramping
  2. Hypertension
  3. Breast tenderness
  4. Bloating


aadams68

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer:4
Rationale:Salmeterol (Serevent) is a long-acting beta2-agonist that acts by bronchodilating.Ste roids are anti-inflammatory,anticholinergics decrease mucous production,and antihistamines control allergic rhinitis.

Answer to Question 2

2
Explanation: 2. Complications of COCs include: myocardial infarction, stroke, blood clots, and hypertension.


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