A client with asthma is prescribed inhaled corticosteroids. What is the most important instruction for the nurse to give?

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Question 1 of 5

A client with asthma is prescribed inhaled corticosteroids. What is the most important instruction for the nurse to give?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Rinsing the mouth after use prevents oral thrush, a common side effect of inhaled corticosteroids.

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following nursing statements reflects the best understanding of the role of documentation and the Medicare reimbursement policy?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Under the prospective payment system, Medicare reimburses hospitals a set dollar amount for each diagnosis-related group (DRG). Everything that is done for a client must be documented in the medical record for the health care institution to recover its costs.

Question 3 of 5

Vinyl or powder-free gloves, mask, gown, and eye/face protection are examples of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: These items are standard examples of PPE used to protect against infection.

Question 4 of 5

Why must uncovered jewelry and body piercings be removed by the technician before preparing CSPs?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Jewelry and piercings can harbor microorganisms and increase contamination risk in the sterile compounding area.

Question 5 of 5

In general, only medications require an administration time on the CSP label.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: IV push and IVPB medications require precise administration times due to their delivery method.

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