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sdfghj

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What measure could be taken to prevent the development of pneumonia in clients with COPD?
 
  a. increasing the frequency of IPPB (intermittent positive pressure breathing) treatments during peak pneumonia season
  b. placing the client on broad-spectrum antibiotics during peak pneumonia season
  c. increasing the dosage of aminophylline during peak pneumonia season
  d. remain indoors during pneumonia season, having friends and relatives run the errands.

Question 2

Aminophylline relieves dyspnea by:
 
  a. relaxing the smooth muscles of the bronchioles, thereby producing bronchodilation.
  b. acting as a beta-2 blocking agent, resulting in bronchodilation.
  c. an unknown mechanism.
  d. increasing the respiratory rate, thereby making more oxygen available.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

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A Incorrect: This is not an appropriate measure.
B Correct: This is an important measure in preventing pneumonia in clients with COPD.
C Incorrect: This is not an appropriate measure, as this will increase adverse effects.
D Incorrect: This is not a realistic measure and does not allow the client a change in environment for sensory stimulation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

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A Correct: By increasing the concentration of cAMP and relaxing the bronchiole smooth muscles, bronchodilation occurs.
B Incorrect: This is not the action of xanthines.
C Incorrect: We do know the action of xanthines.
D Incorrect: This is not the action of xanthines.


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