The client asks the nurse why the health care provider prescribed a metered-dose inhaler with a spacer. The nurse's best response would be:
a. "This method decreases the adverse effects of the medication."
b. "This is the method of choice for all inhaler medications."
c. "This is the preferred method of your health care provider."
d. "This is a good question to ask your health care provider on your next visit."
ANS: A
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A Correct: This is the appropriate response and the rationale for the use of this system.
B Incorrect: This is not a true statement. Most inhaled medications use a hand-held small inhaler.
C Incorrect: This does not answer the client's question.
D Incorrect: This does not answer the client's question.
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