Author Question: A parent asks a nurse to recommend an intranasal decongestant for a 6-year-old child. Which response ... (Read 66 times)

JGIBBSON · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A parent asks a nurse to recommend an intranasal decongestant for a 6-year-old child. Which response by the nurse is correct?

a. Decongestants are too sedating for children and should not be used.
b. Decongestants should not be given to children under 7 years old.
c. Decongestant drops are recommended instead of decongestant sprays.
d. Decongestant sprays should be used no longer than 5 to 10 days.

Question 2

What is ipratropium bromide (Atrovent)?

a. A cholinergic agent used for perennial rhinitis
b. An anticholinergic used for allergic rhinitis and colds
c. A medication that is used only in patients with asthma
d. A drug that is inappropriate for use in patients with allergic rhinitis

AngeliqueG · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Decongestant drops are recommended for children, because the number of drops can be controlled precisely. When sprays are used, the amount given is not well controlled. Decongestants cause CNS excitation. Decongestants may be given to children over the age of 4 years. Intranasal decongestants should not be used for longer than 5 days.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Ipratropium bromide is an anticholinergic that is indicated for allergic rhinitis, asthma, and the common cold. The drug reduces rhinorrhea. Ipratropium bromide is an anticholinergic. In addition to asthma, ipratropium bromide can be used for allergic rhinitis and the common cold. Ipratropium bromide can be used for allergic rhinitis.