Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
Simulated
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the guardian of a school-age child who has asthma. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Children with asthma are at higher risk for pneumococcal infections, making immunization recommended. Salmeterol is for maintenance, not acute exacerbations, and sports should be encouraged with proper asthma control.