The nurse should teach clients with COPD to avoid:
a. cephalosporin antimicrobial agents. c. systemic corticosteroids.
b. caffeine-containing beverages. d. beta-adrenergic blocking agents.
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: These are not contraindicated in clients with COPD.
B Incorrect: These are not contraindicated in clients with COPD.
C Incorrect: These are not contraindicated in clients with COPD.
D Correct: These agents cause bronchoconstriction and are contraindicated in clients with COPD.
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