A high-school student regularly forgets to use a twice-daily inhaled corticosteroid to prevent asthma flares and is repeatedly admitted to the hospital. The child's parent tells the nurse that the child has been told that forgetting to take the medication causes frequent hospitalizations. The nurse will:

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Suggesting to put the inhaler with the child's toothbrush can help the child create a routine so that they remember to take their medication. This is a simple solution that can make a big difference in the child's compliance with their medication regimen. Ultimately, it is important for the child to take responsibility for their own health and medication management, but providing helpful tips and reminders can support them in this process. The other answer choices (A, B, and D) are not necessarily incorrect, but they do not address the specific concern of forgetfulness and may not be the most effective strategies for improving medication adherence in this case.

A High-School Student Regularly Forgets to Use a Twice-Daily Inhaled