Which of the following is true of inhalation therapy? (Select all that apply.)

a. Adverse systemic side effects occur rarely and only over prolonged use.
b. It provides rapid action of the drug with local effects within the respiratory tract.
c. It provides convenience and comfort for the client.
d. A potent drug may be given in large amounts with this therapy, minimizing the side effects.
e. Respiratory inhalers never expire.


b.
It provides rapid action of the drug with local effects within the respiratory tract.
d.
A potent drug may be given in large amounts with this therapy, minimizing the side effects.
FEEDBACK:
a. Adverse systemic side effects may result rapidly because of extensive absorption capacity of the lungs.
b. Inhalers do provide rapid action of the drug with local effects within the respiratory tract. .
c. Inhalers provide convenience and comfort for the client. .
d. A potent drug may be given in small amounts with an inhaler, minimizing the side effects. .
e. Respiratory inhalers have expiration dates.

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