A Patient Will Begin Using an Albuterol Metered-Dose Inhaler to Treat

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient will begin using an albuterol metered-dose inhaler to treat asthma symptoms. The patient asks the nurse about the difference between using an oral form of albuterol and the inhaled form. The nurse will explain that the inhaled form of albuterol:

• A) has a more immediate onset than the oral form.
• B) may cause more side effects than the oral preparation.
• C) requires an increased dose in order to have therapeutic effects.
• D) will not lead to tolerance with increased doses.

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Definitions:

Matures

The point in time when a financial instrument, such as a bond, CD, or loan, reaches its final due date and the principal is to be repaid.

Paying

The act of disbursing or settling a financial obligation.

Term Deposit

A type of bank deposit that is held at a financial institution for a fixed term or period of time, often yielding higher interest rates.

Matures

Refers to the final payment date of a financial instrument at which point the principal (and all remaining interest) is due to be paid.