The nurse is administering a metered-dose inhaler to a patient using a spacer. The nurse instructs the patient to exhale completely and then depresses the medication chamber
How long does the nurse instruct the patient to inhale deeply and slowly through the mouth before holding the breath for 10 seconds? a. 3 to 5 seconds
b. 10 to 15 seconds
c. 15 to 20 seconds
d. 25 to 30 seconds
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A The nurse should instruct the patient to inhale deeply and slowly for 3 to 5 seconds.
B Inhalation time should not be for 10 to 15 seconds.
C Inhalation time should not be for 15 to 20 seconds.
D Inhalation time should not be for 25 to 30 seconds.
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