Antihistamines Should Be Used with Caution in Clients with Asthma

question 7

Multiple Choice

Antihistamines should be used with caution in clients with asthma or COPD.What is the rationale for this caution?

• A)Anticholinergic effects of antihistamines can trigger angioedema.
• B)Most people with asthma are allergic to antihistamines.
• C)Antihistamines cause severe headache when given to clients with COPD or asthma.
• D)Anticholinergic effects of antihistamines can trigger bronchospasm.

---

Definitions:

Efficient Level

The optimal point of production or operation at which a firm, economy, or system can produce goods or services with the minimum waste of resources.

Society's Viewpoint

Represents the collective opinions and social perspectives held by a community or the public on various issues.

Monopoly

A market structure characterized by a single seller controlling a large portion of the market and the ability to influence prices and output.

Monopolistically Competitive

Refers to a market structure where many companies sell similar but not identical products, allowing them to have some control over their prices.