Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Client who has a new prescription for a metered dose inhaler (MDI).A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has a new prescription for a metered dose inhaler (MDI). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Shake the inhaler for 3 to 5 seconds. This instruction is essential because shaking the inhaler helps to ensure proper mixing of the medication before administration, leading to consistent dosing. Pressing down twice on the MDI canister (Choice B) is incorrect as it may result in overdose. Waiting 2 minutes between inhalations (Choice C) is unnecessary and may lead to inadequate medication delivery. Rinsing the mouth with mouthwash after inhaling the medication (Choice D) is not a standard practice and is not indicated in MDI use.