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A Patient Has Been Prescribed an Inhaled Respiratory Medication

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A patient has been prescribed an inhaled respiratory medication.What should the nurse tell this patient about the proper method for taking this medication?


A) Rinsing of the mouth after using the inhaler or nebulizer is recommended.
B) Nebulizer tubings and mouthpieces should be cleaned only with hot water.
C) Inhale the medication deeply, with the head tipped forward to maximize opening of the airway.
D) After administering an inhaler medication,patients should remove the inhaler and hold their breath for at least 20 seconds.

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