Education of patients with COPD who use inhaled corticosteroids includes:
1. Doubling the dose at the first sign of a URI
2. Using their inhaled corticosteroid first and then their bronchodilator
3. Rinsing their mouth after use
4. Abstaining from smoking for at least 30 minutes after using
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A) control the dysrhythmias. B) promote renal perfusion. C) stabilize the body temperature. D) restore hormones.
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Which process or condition is likely to have resulted in the arterial blood gas values listed below? pH 7.48, HCO3– 22 mEq/L, PCO2 28 mm Hg, PO2 98 mm Hg
A. Diarrhea for 36 hours B. Anxiety-induced hyperventilation C. Complete tracheal obstruction suffered as a result of aspirating a hot dog D. Diabetic ketoacidosis as a result of a urinary tract infection in a person with long-standing emphysema
When assessing a female patient for the risk of developing myocardial ischemia, which of the following findings would the nurse most likely expect to find?
1. xanthomas around the eyes 2. bilateral equal hand grasps 3. chest pain when taking deep breaths 4. heartburn that occurs with position changes