A patient who is short of breath and has a history of right arm paralysis from a stroke has asked you to help him use his metered-dose inhaler containing albuterol. Since your medical director requires on-line authorization for albuterol, you would:

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Since the medical director requires on-line authorization for albuterol, the best course of action would be to contact medical command for authorization before administering the medication. It is important to follow protocols and obtain proper authorization before administering any medication.

A Patient Who Is Short of Breath and Has a History