Which Statements Would Indicate That a Patient Diagnosed with Asthma

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which statements would indicate that a patient diagnosed with asthma needs additional teaching at discharge?. Select all that apply.

• A) "I know I shouldn't smoke, but one or two cigarettes a day shouldn't be harmful."
• B) "I should monitor my peak flow daily and record it in a diary."
• C) "I should rinse my mouth after each use of my corticosteroid inhaler."
• D) "Using a spacer with my inhaler will allow for better and more accurate medication delivery."
• E) "I should plan to have pulmonary function tests done every 5 years."

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