The client is prescribed a nasal decongestant spray. What information should the nurse include when educating the client about how to use this medication?
1. "Blow your nose immediately before using the medication."
2. "Drink a full glass of water immediately before using this spray."
3. "Limit your use of this spray to no more than 5 days."
4. "Since you are using more than one type of nasal spray, be sure to wait 5–10 minutes between administrations."
5. "You should spit out any excess spray that drains into your mouth."
Correct Answer: 1,3,4,5
Rationale 1: The nasal passages should be cleared by blowing the nose immediately before the medication is administered.
Rationale 2: Fluids should be increased, but it is not necessary to drink a glass of water immediately before using the spray.
Rationale 3: Nasal decongestant sprays should not be used for more that 3–5 days.
Rationale 4: The client should wait 5–10 minutes between administering different nasal sprays to allow the first medication some time to work before the second one is used.
Rationale 5: Excess spray should not be swallowed as systemic effects may occur.
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