A Mother Expresses Concern Over Her Daughter's Use of an Inhaler

question 8

Multiple Choice

A mother expresses concern over her daughter's use of an inhaler for asthmatic episodes.The daughter is taking Adderall XR for ADHD.The mother states that since beginning the Adderall, every time the daughter uses her inhaler, she gets very agitated, jittery, and anxious.What would be an appropriate response?

• A)"Inhalers used for asthma tend to cause central nervous system stimulation, just as medications for ADHD do.Her symptoms are likely due to the additive effect of having both medications."
• B)"The Adderall should be discontinued during times of asthma exacerbation."
• C)"The daughter needs to see her primary care provider to have her asthmatic
• Medication changed to another medication."
• D)"The daughter will need to discontinue her treatment for ADHD, as it is
• Contraindicated with medications use to treat asthma."

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