A client is prescribed albuterol for bronchospasm in chronic bronchial asthma. Which of the following nursing diagnoses would the nurse expect to see on the care plan as a result of the adverse reaction of albuterol?
A) Anxiety
B) Risk of Impaired Oral Mucous Membranes
C) Ineffective Tissue Perfusion
D) Risk of Injury
Ans: A
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The nurse would most likely identify a nursing diagnosis of Anxiety related to the adverse reaction of albuterol. A nursing diagnosis of Risk of Impaired Mucous Membranes may be seen with the use of corticosteroids, which increase the risk of oral candidiasis. There is no increased risk of injury or ineffective tissue perfusion with the use of albuterol therapy.
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