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sammy

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on: Jul 23, 2018
Which of the following is true regarding dry powder inhalers (DPI)?
 
  1. The medication is delivered by tablet orally.
  2. The medication is delivered by fine mist.
  3. The device is activated by inhalation.
  4. The medication is applied topically.

Question 2

Leukotriene modifiers are primarily used for
 
  1. status asthmaticus.
  2. infection.
  3. bronchodilation in asthma.
  4. prophylaxis of asthma symptoms.


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katieost

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Inhalers are not oral tablets.
Rationale 2: Nebulizers deliver medications in fine mist.
Rationale 3: The client activates the device by inhaling.
Rationale 4: Inhalers are not applied topically.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Leukotrienes are not used for treatment of status asthmaticus.
Rationale 2: Leukotrienes do not reduce infection.
Rationale 3: Anticholinergics are bronchodilators.
Rationale 4: Leukotriene modifiers are used primarily for prophylaxis and reducing inflammatory components.


sammy

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

debra928

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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