The nurse instructs the client on proper use of a nasal spray. Which of the following comments by the client indicates correct understanding of the instructions?
a. "I'll need to blow my nose right after I spray."
b. "If I feel really congested, I can use extra sprays for more effect."
c. "As long as I clean the tip of the container, I can save the remaining medication for another illness."
d. "I may stand or sit to administer the medication and I must sniff as I spray."
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: The nose should be blown immediately prior to administering the nose spray but not right after as this will remove the medication.
B Incorrect: Clients should not use more than the recommended dose of the spray to prevent rebound congestion.
C Incorrect: The container should be used by only one person for only one illness because viruses can colonize on the tip of the container.
D Correct: As long as the container and the client's head is upright, the client may sit or stand and must sniff the medication in as it is being sprayed.
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