Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
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The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) about tiotropium (Spiriva). Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Using tiotropium as a rescue inhaler is incorrect, as it is a long-acting maintenance medication for COPD, not for acute symptoms. Options A, B, and C are correct: rinsing prevents oral thrush, daily use is standard, and eye pain may indicate glaucoma.