The Patient with Asthma Is Prescribed a Leukotriene Modifier Drug,montelukast

question 2

Multiple Choice

The patient with asthma is prescribed a leukotriene modifier drug,montelukast (Singulair) .The nurse points out that the major advantage of this drug is it:

• A)has no GI side effects.
• B)provides bronchodilation and anti-inflammatory effects.
• C)controls acute asthma episodes.
• D)can be substituted for all other asthma remedies.

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