A Patient with Asthma Is Given an Asthma Action Plan

question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient with asthma is given an asthma action plan and returns to the clinic in 2 weeks to follow up on symptoms.Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?

• A) "I use the ICS as needed when I am wheezing."
• B) "A side effect of albuterol may be shortness of breath."
• C) "I should rinse my mouth thoroughly after using an ICS."
• D) "I put the albuterol metered-dose inhaler in my mouth with my lips sealed around it."

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Definitions:

Extensor Digitorum Longus

A muscle in the lower leg that helps to extend the toes and dorsiflex the foot, aiding in walking and running.

Fibularis Tertius

A small muscle in the lower leg that helps with foot eversion and extension of the toes.

Gastrocnemius

A major calf muscle that is involved in walking, running, and jumping, aiding in the bending of the knee and the plantar flexion of the foot.

Antagonistically

Describes muscles that work in opposition to each other to enable movement, as when one muscle contracts, the antagonist relaxes.