Which of the following should be communicated to a patient who is being prescribed Advair Diskus (fluticasone and salmeterol)?
A) Open capsule and mix with water or juice.
B) Rinse mouth with water after each use.
C) Use a spacer device.
D) Shake medication container prior to administration.

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Advair Diskus is a dry powder inhaler containing fluticasone (a steroid) and salmeterol (a long-acting beta agonist). Patients should rinse their mouths with water after each use to prevent oral thrush, a common side effect of inhaled steroids. The other options are not applicable to the use of Advair Diskus.

Which of the Following Should Be Communicated to a Patient