A nurse provides teaching to a patient with allergic rhinitis who will begin using an intranasal glucocorticoid. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
a. "If the glucocorticoid causes burning or itching, I should use it every other day."
b. "I should clear secretions from my nose before using the glucocorticoid."
c. "I should use the glucocorticoid whenever I have symptoms."
d. "I will probably develop systemic effects from the topical glucocorticoid."
ANS: B
Patients using intranasal glucocorticoids should be taught to clear secretions from the nasal passages before using the medication. Intranasal glucocorticoids should be used regularly on a daily basis to achieve optimal effects and not every other day or as needed. Systemic effects from intranasal glucocorticoids can occur but are not likely.
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