A Patient Who Uses an Inhaled Glucocorticoid for Chronic Asthma

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient who uses an inhaled glucocorticoid for chronic asthma calls the nurse to report hoarseness. What will the nurse do?

• A) Ask whether the patient is gargling after each dose of the glucocorticoid.
• B) Request an order for an antifungal medication.
• C) Suggest that the patient be tested for a bronchial infection.
• D) Tell the patient to discontinue use of the glucocorticoid.

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