Precautionary measures that are suggested when administering pentamidine to reduce the risk of both drug exposure and tuberculosis (TB) infection include 1. use a nebulizer system with one-way valves and expiratory filter
2. administer aerosol in a negative-pressure room.
3. do not expose pregnant women and nursing mothers to the drug.
4. use barrier protection.
5. stop nebulization if the patient takes the mouthpiece out of the mouth.
a. 3 only
b. 1 and 3 only
c. 2 and 4 only
d. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 only
ANS: D
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