The nurse understands that one advantage of inhaled pulmonary drugs over oral drugs is that inhaled drugs
1. increase adverse effects.
2. allow for convenience to the client.
3. are delivered to systemic locations.
4. allow for quick absorption.
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Inhaled drugs decrease adverse effects.
Rationale 2: Inhaled drugs are not as convenient as oral.
Rationale 3: Inhaled drugs are delivered to local sites.
Rationale 4: Inhalation is the most common route of administration; it is rapid, and allows for quick absorption to direct airway.
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