Author Question: Which action should be taught to the individual prescribed to use a dry-powder inhaler for asthma ... (Read 93 times)

justinmsk · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

Which action should be taught to the individual prescribed to use a dry-powder inhaler for asthma control?

a. Shake the inhaler well before using.
b. Breathe in deeply to pull the drug into your lungs.
c. Keep the inhaler in the refrigerator between uses.
d. Clean the mouthpiece daily by rinsing it in warm running water.

Question 2

What is the most important precaution to teach a patient who has a continuous infusion of treprostinil to manage pulmonary artery hypertension?

a. Avoid crowds and people who are ill.
b. Use at least two reliable forms of birth control.
c. Go to the nearest emergency room if the line clogs.
d. Report a headache lasting 24 hours to your prescriber immediately.