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Samantha Sanders
on Oct 22, 2024
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Which instructions will the nurse give to the patient prior to administering a metered-dose inhaler?
A) "Inhale deeply and then blow slowly into the inhaler while you press the canister."
B) "Open your mouth wide so that the spray will reach the back of your throat."
C) "Roll the inhaler gently for a few minutes between your palms before each use."
D) "Hold your breath for 5 to 10 seconds immediately after you inhale the medication."
E) "Exhale fully and inhale deeply through your mouth while you press the canister."
Metered-dose Inhaler
A device that delivers a specific amount of medication to the lungs, commonly used for conditions like asthma.
Canister
A cylindrical container for holding and dispensing various substances, often under pressure.
- Show the proper methods for preparing and administering different types of medication, such as intravenous (IV), subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections.
- Explain the correct use of devices for medication administration like metered-dose inhalers.
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Learning Objectives
- Show the proper methods for preparing and administering different types of medication, such as intravenous (IV), subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections.
- Explain the correct use of devices for medication administration like metered-dose inhalers.