After teaching a school-aged child with asthma how to use a peak flow meter, which statement by the child indicates effective teaching?
A) "I'll sit in a chair when I use the meter."
B) "I'll do it three times and record the lowest reading."
C) "I'll take a deep breath and then blow out slowly."
D) "I'll use the meter every day right after school."
D
Response:
The child should keep a record of daily readings, being sure to measure peak flow at the same time each day. The child should stand up straight, take a deep breath, close the lips tightly around the mouthpiece, and blow out hard and fast. The child should do the procedure three times and record the highest reading.
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