Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has asthma and a new prescription for albuterol and cromolyn metered-dose inhalers. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Taking albuterol before cromolyn is the correct sequence because albuterol is a bronchodilator that helps open the airways quickly, while cromolyn is a mast cell stabilizer that helps prevent asthma symptoms. Taking albuterol first allows for better penetration of cromolyn into the airways.