MDI
What is the device used along with an MDI to improve medication delivery and reduce side effects?
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What is the primary purpose of using a nasal spray?
A) Treat ear infections
B) Improve eyesight
C) Relieve nasal congestion
C) Relieve nasal congestion
Which Vital sign do you always want to take before & after administrating a nebulizer treatment?
Heart Rate.
(Especially if a beta- adrenergic drug is used)
Before using an MDI for the first time, what must be done to ensure proper dose is administered?
Prime the inhaler
How should you position your head when using a nasal spray?
A) Tilt your head backwards
B) Keep your head upright
C) Lay it down
B) Keep your head upright
Should you instruct the patient to take slow, deep breaths, or quick, shallow breaths?
Slow and Deep breaths.
Patients must do this after using an inhaled corticosteroid in order to prevent thrush.
Rise mouth and spit.
What is a common side effect of overusing nasal sprays?
A)Nasal dryness and bleeding
B) Improved sense of smell
C)Rebound congestion
C) Rebound congestion
Fill in the blank.
Instruct patients who are SOB to hold their breath every ____ or ___ breath for ___ to ___ seconds.
Every fourth or fifth breath
For 5-10 seconds
How long should a patient hold their breath after inhaling medication via MDI?
At least 10 seconds
How long is it generally safe to use a decongestant nasal spray?
A) Indefinitely
B) 3-5 days
C) 7-10 days
B) 3-5 days
Fill in the blank.
If inhaled ____ are given, instruct the patient to rinse their mouth with water afterwards.
Steroids
This type of medication is often delivered via an MDI to provide quick relief during asthma attacks.
(Hint agonist)
Short acting beta agonist
What should you do before using a nasal spray for the first time?
A) Shake the bottle & prime the spray
B)Heat the bottle in warm water
C)Store the bottle in freezer
A) Shake the bottle & prime the spray
Name one Medication that may be administered via nebulizer.
Albuterol