A patient seen in the asthma clinic has recorded daily peak flows that are 85% of the baseline. Which action will the nurse plan to take?
A) Teach the patient about the use of oral corticosteroids.
B) Administer a bronchodilator and recheck the peak flow.
C) Instruct the patient to continue to use current medications.
D) Evaluate whether the peak flow meter is being used correctly.
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