A patient who uses an inhaled glucocorticoid medication reports having a sore tongue. The nurse notes white spots on the patient's tongue and oral mucous membranes. After notifying the provider, the nurse will remind the patient to perfom which action?
a) Avoid using a spacer with the inhaled glucocorticoid medication.
b) Clean the inhaler with hot, soapy water after each use.
c) Consume yogurt daily while using this medication.
d) Rinse the mouth thoroughly with water after each use.
Ans: d) Rinse the mouth thoroughly with water after each use.
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