When Administering Both an Inhaled Steroid and a Bronchodilator, Which

question 23

Multiple Choice

When administering both an inhaled steroid and a bronchodilator, which answer is most appropriate?

• A) Inhale the steroid first, then the bronchodilator.
• B) Mix the medications and inhale them at the same time.
• C) Stagger the doses at least an hour apart.
• D) Inhale the bronchodilator first, then the steroid.

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Definitions:

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