Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 77%
Simulated
A nurse is talking with a client who has a new prescription for an ipratropium inhaler to treat exercise-induced bronchospasm. Which of the following client statements should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: "I am allergic to atropine." This statement should be reported to the provider because ipratropium is a derivative of atropine, which can trigger an allergic reaction in individuals allergic to atropine. Reporting this information is crucial to prevent any potential adverse reactions.
Incorrect choices:
A: This statement is relevant but not as urgent to report compared to a known allergy to atropine.
B: It is important to educate the client on proper inhaler use, and using albuterol as needed may still be necessary.
D: Drinking red wine does not directly impact the use of the ipratropium inhaler for exercise-induced bronchospasm.
Incorrect choices:
A: This statement is relevant but not as urgent to report compared to a known allergy to atropine.
B: It is important to educate the client on proper inhaler use, and using albuterol as needed may still be necessary.
D: Drinking red wine does not directly impact the use of the ipratropium inhaler for exercise-induced bronchospasm.