A Client with Asthma Is Being Discharged After a Short

question 9

Multiple Choice

A client with asthma is being discharged after a short stay for an exacerbation of asthma.The nurse is reviewing the medication regimen.The client asks why they are only prescribed an oral corticosteroid for 10 days.Which is the nurse's response?

• A)"I should call the prescriber and confirm."
• B)"You can take it longer."
• C)"Treatment time is usually limited to 10 days and then a reevaluation is necessary."
• D)"Don't worry about it."

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Demand Curve

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