An asthmatic patient begins therapy with montelukast (Singulair). The nurse is providing patient education. Which statement by the patient best demonstrates understanding?
a. "I can anticipate immediate effects from this medication."
b. "When taken even once, montelukast is just as effective as my glucocorticoid inhaler."
c. "Montelukast has many serious drug interactions."
d. "Maximal effects occur within 24 hours."
ANS: D
Maximal effects develop within 24 hours of the first dose. This statement demonstrates understanding.
Effects are not immediate, but the medication is rapidly absorbed by the body; further teaching is needed.
As monotherapy, montelukast is less effective than inhaled glucocorticoids; further teaching is needed.
Montelukast is not associated with any serious drug interactions; further teaching is needed.
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