Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Simulated
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for budesonide. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Rinse mouth after inhalation: Budesonide, an inhaled corticosteroid, can cause oral thrush if not rinsed. Generated rationale: Rinsing removes residual medication, preventing fungal infections in the oral cavity.