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chads108

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on: Jul 24, 2018
When evaluating the effectiveness of client teaching regarding the use of an oral inhaler, which of the following client comments indicates an understanding of the instructions.
 
  a. I insert the metal stem of the bottle into my mouth and inhale.
  b. I will shake the inhaler before each use.
  c. I should exhale slowly after pushing the medication cylinder down.
  d. I can use the inhaler as often as I need to.

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to administer intravenous aminophylline infusion and should question which of the following prescriptions?
 
  a. infuse at 25 gtts/min using a microdripper
  b. monitor client for tachycardia
  c. draw aminophylline blood level 48 hours after initiation of infusion
  d. warm solution to room temperature prior to administration


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: The metal stem of the bottle is inserted into the small hole on the mouthpiece.
B Correct: The medication container should be shaken before each use.
C Incorrect: The client should inhale after pushing the medication cylinder down.
D Incorrect: The inhaler should only be used as often as directed by the health care provider.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Aminophylline is infused using a volumetric infusion pump, not gravity drip.
B Incorrect: This statement is appropriate.
C Incorrect: This statement is appropriate.
D Incorrect: This statement is appropriate.


chads108

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
:D TYSM

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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