NURS 180 RESPIRATORY QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
What/Why should patients avoid when taking antihistamines such as Benadryl? correct answer: Patient should avoid alcoholic drinks and operating heavy machinery due to it's effect on the CNS. **Can cause drowsiness/sleepiness. **Mainly first-generation highly lipid soluble, crosses BBB. What are the concerns of prolonged use of Oxymetazoline (Afrin)? correct answer: May have rebound congestion is used for too long so length of treatment needs to be assessed. ** Also causes CNS stimulation, cardiovascular effects and stroke, and possibility for abuse. Important considerations for patient education when patients are using MDI inhalers correct answer: The patient should hear no whistling sound when using the MDI. Patients should hold breath for at least 10 seconds to allow the medication to deposit it into the lungs. Why are most beta blockers contraindicated for asthma? correct answer: they have a potential cause for bronchospasm.
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