A nurse evaluates that goals for self-care teaching have been met when the client with asthma states
a. "Coughing at night is an expected side effect of bronchodilators."
b. "Follow up visits with the doctor every year are important for monitoring."
c. "I won't change the dosages of my medications without talking to the doctor."
d. "If my peak flow measurements drop I will increase my medications."
D
Through appropriate use of the peak flow meter and medications, clients with asthma should be able to anticipate most exacerbations. Peak flow values fall about 24 hours before manifestations develop. Clients should be taught to increase their routine medications in anticipation of asthma exacerbations. Coughing at night is an indicator of poor control. Follow-up visits need to be planned every 1-6 months.
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a. Call the respective state board of nursing and request a change in the testing date. b. Call the Candidate Services office at least 24 hours or 1 business day before the scheduled testing day. c. Call the school and request that someone notify the board of nursing regarding your change in schedule. d. It is not necessary to notify anyone re-garding rescheduling the testing date; it will be rescheduled automatically.