The 8-year-old child diagnosed with asthma is prescribed a cromolyn (Intal) inhaler. Which intervention should the nurse discuss with the child?
a) Instruct the child to use the inhaler when shortness of breath starts
b) Teach the child to use the inhaler 15 minutes before exercise such as playing baseball.
c) Inform the parents to notify the pediatrician if the child complains of a yellow haze.
d) Teach the child to rinse his mouth after using the inhaler.
Answer: b) Teach the child to use the inhaler 15 minutes before exercise such as playing baseball.
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