The nurse is discharging a patient with asthma. As part of the discharge instruction, the nurse instructs the patient to prevent exacerbation by:
a. obtaining an appointment for follow-up pulmonary function studies 1 week after discharge.
b. limiting activity until patient is able to climb two flights of stairs.
c. taking all asthma medications as prescribed.
d. taking medications on a "prn" basis according to symptoms.
C
Exacerbation of asthma is often related to not adhering to the therapeutic regimen; patient teaching is essential. Follow-up studies will be determined by the physician. Activity is based on the patient's activity tolerance and is not limited. Medications are taken regularly to avoid exacerbation. Only rescue medications are used on a prn basis.
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