Author Question: The nurse prepares to administer a phosphodiesterase inhibitor by what route? A) Oral B) IV C) ... (Read 141 times)

Bernana · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse prepares to administer a phosphodiesterase inhibitor by what route?

A) Oral
B) IV
C) Subcutaneous
D) Intramuscular

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient with cystic fibrosis who is receiving dornase alfa by nebulizer to help thin secretions. What statement by the patient indicates a need for further instruction?

A) This medication will loosen up the sticky mucus that is in my lungs.
B) I will try to cough after I receive this medication.
C) I'm glad that this medication will solve all of my problems.
D) I will continue to use postural drainage and take my enzymes as ordered.

dawsa925 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
Phosphodiesterase inhibitors are only given IV. They cannot be given orally, intramuscularly, or subcutaneously.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
Cystic fibrosis patients who receive dornase alfa should be cautioned about the need to continue all therapies for their cystic fibrosis because dornase alfa is only a palliative therapy that improves respiratory symptoms, and other therapies, such as coughing, postural drainage and enzymes, are still needed.