The nurse is assisting with the administration of an acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) nebulizer treatment by mask. What warning to the client is essential prior to the start of the treatment?
1. "Tell us right away if your fingers start to tingle."
2. "This treatment does not smell very good."
3. "This treatment may make you feel dizzy."
4. "Tell us right away if you develop chest pain."
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Mucomyst does not cause tingling.
Rationale 2: Mucomyst smells like rotten eggs. The odor bothers some more than others.
Rationale 3: Mucomyst does not cause dizziness.
Rationale 4: Mucomyst does not trigger chest pain.
Global Rationale: Acetylcysteine has a very unpleasant odor and can cause nausea and vomiting. Local irritation and stickiness on the face are also noted. It does not cause tingling, dizziness, or chest pain.
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