Author Question: A client has been diagnosed with allergic rhinitis. Which of the following should the nurse instruct ... (Read 117 times)

tnt_battle · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client has been diagnosed with allergic rhinitis. Which of the following should the nurse instruct the client regarding strategies to avoid this disorder? (Select all that apply.)

1. Remove home carpeting
2. Reduce the use of an air conditioner
3. Remove pets from the home
4. Open windows in the spring and summer
5. Use feather pillows
6. Wash bed linens in cold water

Question 2

The nurse is teaching a client how to use a nasal spray. Which of the following should be included in these instructions? (Select all that apply.)

1. Blow the nose before instilling the spray.
2. Tilt the head back and angle the tip of the bottle to the side of the nostril.
3. Use a finger to occlude the nostril that is not receiving the spray.
4. Inhale gently and evenly while discharging the spray into the nostril.
5. If a second spray is recommended, immediately repeat the procedure.
6. Blow the nose after administration of the spray.

hollysheppard095 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1, 3
Strategies to reduce the symptoms of allergic rhinitis include removing home carpeting and removing pets from the home. The client should be instructed to use an air conditioner, keep windows closed during allergy season, avoid feather pillows, and wash bed linens in hot water.

Answer to Question 2

1, 3, 4
For the steps to be correct, the head should be slightly forward, the second spray should be given 15 to 20 seconds after the spray, and the client should not blow the nose after the administration of the spray. The client should be instructed to blow the nose before instilling the spray, to use a finger to occlude the nostril that is not receiving the spray, and to gently inhale while the spray is being delivered into the nostril.