What is the proper action to prepare for the administration of Pulmicort Respules?
A) Attach medication to a spacer.
B) Place medication in a nebulizer equipped with a mouthpiece or face mask.
C) Rotate diskus unit to proper dose prior to dispensing medication.
D) Shake medication vigorously to mix medication.

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Pulmicort Respules are to be administered using a nebulizer equipped with a mouthpiece or face mask. Option A is incorrect as Pulmicort Respules do not require a spacer. Option C is incorrect as the instruction is meant for medication administered through a Diskus. Option D is also incorrect as shaking Pulmicort Respules vigorously can damage the medication.

What Is the Proper Action to Prepare for the Administration