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LaDunn

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on: Jul 23, 2018
The nurse is providing instructions about the Advair inhaler (fluticasone propionate and salmeterol). Which statement about this inhaler is accurate?
 
  a. It is indicated for the treatment of acute bronchospasms.
  b. It needs to be used with a spacer for best results.
  c. Patients need to avoid drinking water for 1 hour after taking this drug.
  d. It is used for the prevention of bronchospasms.

Question 2

When evaluating a patient's use of a
 
  metered-dose inhaler (MDI), the nurse notes that the patient is unable to coordinate the activation of the inhaler with her breathing. What intervention is most appropriate at this time?
  a. Notify the doctor that the patient is unable to use the MDI.
  b. Obtain an order for a peak flow meter.
  c. Obtain an order for a spacer device.
  d. Ask the prescriber if the medication can be given orally.


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sultansheikh

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


LaDunn

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

tuate

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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