The nurse prepares to administer a phosphodiesterase inhibitor by ...

[Bernana]

The nurse prepares to administer a phosphodiesterase inhibitor by what route?
 
  A) Oral
  B) IV
  C) Subcutaneous
  D) Intramuscular

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient with cystic fibrosis who is receiving dornase alfa by nebulizer to help thin secretions. What statement by the patient indicates a need for further instruction?
 
  A) This medication will loosen up the sticky mucus that is in my lungs.
  B) I will try to cough after I receive this medication.
  C) I'm glad that this medication will solve all of my problems.
  D) I will continue to use postural drainage and take my enzymes as ordered.

[dawsa925]

Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
Phosphodiesterase inhibitors are only given IV. They cannot be given orally, intramuscularly, or subcutaneously.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
Cystic fibrosis patients who receive dornase alfa should be cautioned about the need to continue all therapies for their cystic fibrosis because dornase alfa is only a palliative therapy that improves respiratory symptoms, and other therapies, such as coughing, postural drainage and enzymes, are still needed.

[Bernana]

TYSM

[olderstudent]

Excellent