A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease uses a metered-dose inhaler (MDI) .Which information does the nurse give the patient to ensure he receives the maximum benefit of the glucocorticoids administered by an MDI?
A) Administer two puffs of medication in rapid succession.
B) Maintain a firm seal with lips around the mouthpiece of the inhaler.
C) Dispense the glucocorticoids 30 seconds after a bronchodilator.
D) Instruct the patient to press the MDI after breathing in and out deeply.
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