A patient receiving nedocromil (Tilade) asks how this drug will help control a respiratory condi-tion. Which of the following responses would be most appropriate for the health care provider to give the patient?
a. It is a beta agonist that causes bronchodilation.
b. It stabilizes mast cells to block reaction to allergens.
c. It is a corticosteroid that suppresses the immune response.
d. It increases the diameter of the bronchioles.
Question 2
A patient with chronic respiratory disease has an order for salmeterol (Serevent), two puffs every 12 hours. Review the following possible adverse effects, and select the one that could occur fol-lowing a dose of this drug.
a. Pupil reaction
b. Heart rate changes
c. Deep tendon reflexes
d. Level of consciousness