Which statement made by the client starting on the drug cromolyn sodium indicates a need for clarification regarding the purpose, administration schedule, or side effects of this drug?
A. "If I get a skin rash, I will call my doctor right away."
B. "I will keep using the drug even if I don't notice a difference in my asthma after the first week."
C. "I will keep the inhaler with me at all times so that I can use it quickly when an asthma attack occurs."
D. "I will hold my breath for 10 seconds after I trigger the inhaler so that more of the medicine stays in my lungs."
C
Cromolyn sodium is a prophylactic medication that stabilizes mast cell membranes, inhibiting inflammatory responses in the tissues it contacts. It is not useful during acute attacks.
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