When using a mucolytic drug and a bronchodilator in a nebulizer, ...

[Jramos095]

When using a mucolytic drug and a bronchodilator in a nebulizer, the highest priority instruction that the nurse should give the client is that the _____ should be given _____ minutes before the _____.
 
  a. mucolytic drug; 30; bronchodilator
  b. bronchodilator; 30; mucolytic drug
  c. mucolytic drug; 5; bronchodilator
  d. bronchodilator; 5; mucolytic drug

Question 2

A nurse is teaching a client about the side effects and adverse reactions of theophylline (Theo-Dur). The side effects include:
 
  a. headache and an aura.
  b. hypertension and flushing.
  c. tachycardia and palpitations.
  d. diarrhea and dehydration.

[jessicaduplan]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The bronchodilator is given to open the airway, followed by the other medication.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
As a medication to stimulate the sympathetic nervous system, theophylline (Theo-Dur) may cause tachycardia and palpitations.

[Jramos095]

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