What is the best instruction for a client who has step II (mild persistent) asthma?
a. "Avoid participating in aerobic exercise."
b. "You will need daily inhaled low-dose steroids."
c. "You need to evaluate your diet for asth-ma triggers."
d. "Make sure you use a rescue inhaler three times per day."
B
The most important information for clients with step II (mild persistent) asthma is that they need daily preventive anti-inflammatory medication. Low-dose inhaled steroids are necessary. The client should exercise as tolerated; however, using a rescue inhaler frequently is not recom-mended and, if this is needed, it should be reported to the health care provider because a change in therapy is likely needed.
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