Author Question: On the average, what percentage of an aerosol drug delivery device's output actually deposits in the ... (Read 44 times)

lracut11 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

On the average, what percentage of an aerosol drug delivery device's output actually deposits in the lungs?

a. Less than 10
b. 10
c. 20
d. 30

Question 2

Possible complications associated with the selection of an aerosol drug delivery device include which of the following?

a. Underdosing or overdosing because of improper technique
b. Overhydration or fluid imbalances
c. Adverse effects of the specific drug agent
d. Environmental contamination or caregiver exposure
a. 1 only
b. 1, 3, and 4 only
c. 2 and 4 only
d. 1, 2, 3, and 4

jrpg123456 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Depending on device and patient, as little as 10 or less of drug emitted from an aerosol device may be deposited in the lungs (Figure 39-27).

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B