A client is prescribed a steroid administered through a pressurized metered-dose inhaler (pMDI). What instruction does the nurse give this client?

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Inhaled corticosteroids can lead to thrush infections in the mouth, so the nurse instructs the client to rinse his or her mouth out after each use. pMDIs are not stored in the refrigerator. A spacer can be used for any pMDI. Dry powder inhalers require the client to inhale rapidly.

A Client Is Prescribed a Steroid Administered Through a Pressurized