Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 69%
Simulated
A client diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is given a new prescription for tiotropium via an inhalation device. Which statement indicates that the client understands the instructions for using this medication?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Tiotropium is a daily maintenance inhaler for COPD. The clientÔÇÖs statement about daily use is correct. It doesnÔÇÖt thin sputum, isnÔÇÖt used with other inhalers between doses, and isnÔÇÖt for acute shortness of breath.