Medical Direction Has Ordered You to Assist a Patient in Taking

question 77

Multiple Choice

Medical direction has ordered you to assist a patient in taking his metered-dose inhaler (MDI) . After placing his lips on the mouthpiece, which one of the following instructions would be most appropriate?

• A) "Please hold your breath and I will administer the medication."
• B) "Please inhale, then hold your breath, and I will give you the medication."
• C) "Please inhale slowly and I will administer the medication."
• D) "Please exhale, hold your breath, and I will administer the medication."

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