A client with asthma asks the nurse which type of medication will decrease inflammation associated with asthma. What is the best response by the nurse?
1. "Corticosteroids."
2. "Expectorants."
3. "Bronchodilators."
4. "Antitussives."
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Glucocorticoids, also known as corticosteroids, may be applied directly to the nasal mucosa to prevent symptoms of allergic rhinitis. When applied consistently, they decrease the secretion of inflammatory mediators, reduce tissue edema, and cause a mild vasoconstriction.
Rationale 2: "Expectorants" is incorrect. Corticosteroids decrease inflammation.
Rationale 3: "Bronchodilators" is incorrect. Corticosteroids decrease inflammation.
Rationale 4: "Antitussives" is incorrect. Corticosteroids decrease inflammation.
Global Rationale: Glucocorticoids, also known as corticosteroids, may be applied directly to the nasal mucosa to prevent symptoms of allergic rhinitis. When applied consistently, they decrease the secretion of inflammatory mediators, reduce tissue edema, and cause a mild vasoconstriction. "Expectorants" is incorrect. Corticosteroids decrease inflammation. "Bronchodilators" is incorrect. Corticosteroids decrease inflammation. "Antitussives" is incorrect. Corticosteroids decrease inflammation.
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