Author Question: The client asked the nurse why fexofenadine and pseudoephedrine is useful for treating many allergic ... (Read 24 times)

arivle123 · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

The client asked the nurse why fexofenadine and pseudoephedrine is useful for treating many allergic conditions. The nurse best response would be:

a. Because it contains two antihistamines with different side effects.
b. Because it contains two decongestants with different side effects.
c. Because it contains an antihistamine and a decongestant.
d. Because it can be safely used in persons with hypertension.

Question 2

The nurse instructs the client on proper use of a nasal spray. Which of the following comments by the client indicates correct understanding of the instructions?

a. I'll need to blow my nose right after I spray.
b. If I feel really congested, I can use extra sprays for more effect.
c. As long as I clean the tip of the container, I can save the remaining medication for another illness.
d. I may stand or sit to administer the medication and I must sniff as I spray.

irishcancer18 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not a combination of two antihistamines.
B Incorrect: This is not a combination of two decongestants.
C Correct: Fexofenadine is an antihistamine and pseudoephedrine is a decongestant.
D Incorrect: Pseudoephedrine causes an increase in blood pressure.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: The nose should be blown immediately prior to administering the nose spray but not right after as this will remove the medication.
B Incorrect: Clients should not use more than the recommended dose of the spray to prevent rebound congestion.
C Incorrect: The container should be used by only one person for only one illness because viruses can colonize on the tip of the container.
D Correct: As long as the container and the client's head is upright, the client may sit or stand and must sniff the medication in as it is being sprayed.