Question 1

A patient with asthma is to begin medication therapy using a metered-dose inhaler. What is an important reminder to include during teaching sessions with the patient?

Accepted Answer

A)   Repeat subsequent puffs, if ordered, after 5 minutes.
B)   Inhale slowly while pressing down to release the medication.
C)   Inhale quickly while pressing down to release the medication.
D)   Administer the inhaler while holding it 3 to 4 inches away from the mouth.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

A patient is receiving eyedrops that contain a beta-blocker medication. The nurse will use what method to reduce systemic effects after administering the eyedrops?

Accepted Answer

A)   Wiping off excess liquid immediately after instilling the drops
B)   Having the patient close the eye tightly after the drops are instilled
C)   Having the patient try to keep the eye open for 30 seconds after the drops are instilled
D)   Applying gentle pressure to the patient's nasolacrimal duct for 30 to 60 seconds after instilling the dropsE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 3

While the nurse is assisting a patient in taking his medications, the medication cup falls to the floor, spilling the tablets. What is the nurse's best action at this time?

Accepted Answer

A)   Discarding the medications and repeating preparation
B)   Asking the patient if he will take the medications
C)   Waiting until the next dose time, and then giving the medications
D)   Retrieving the medications and administering them to avoid wasteE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

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A patient is receiving eyedrops that contain a beta-blocker medication. The nurse will use what method to reduce systemic effects after administering the eyedrops?

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While the nurse is assisting a patient in taking his medications, the medication cup falls to the floor, spilling the tablets. What is the nurse's best action at this time?

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A patient with asthma is to begin medication therapy using a metered-dose inhaler. What is an important reminder to include during teaching sessions with the patient?

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A patient is receiving eyedrops that contain a beta-blocker medication. The nurse will use what method to reduce systemic effects after administering the eyedrops?

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While the nurse is assisting a patient in taking his medications, the medication cup falls to the floor, spilling the tablets. What is the nurse's best action at this time?

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A patient with asthma is to begin medication therapy using a metered-dose inhaler. What is an important reminder to include during teaching sessions with the patient?

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