A client with asthma asks the nurse which type of medication will decrease bronchoconstriction associated with asthma. Which response by the nurse is the most correct?
1. "Bronchodilators."
2. "Corticosteroids."
3. "Expectorants."
4. "Antitussives."
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Rationale 1: Bronchodilators decrease bronchoconstriction.
Rationale 2:Corticosteroids decrease the secretion of inflammatory mediators, reduce tissue edema, and cause a mild vasoconstriction.
Rationale 3:Expectorants reduce the thickness or viscosity of bronchial secretions.
Rationale 4:Antitussives control cough.
Global Rationale: Bronchodilators decrease bronchoconstriction. Corticosteriods, expectorants, and antitussives do not decrease bronchoconstriction.
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a. b. c. d.
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A) "What effect is the stress having on your job performance?" B) "How would you describe the social network within your family?" C) "What is the specific event that you find most stressful?" D) "When did you first become aware of experiencing this stress?"