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Simulated
The child with CF is receiving albuterol. Which response should the nurse expect if albuterol is achieving the desired therapeutic effect?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
A: Albuterol may increase HR, but this is not the desired therapeutic effect. B: Weight should not be affected by albuterol. C: The use of a bronchodilator has not been demonstrated to decrease hospitalization frequency. D: The desired therapeutic effect of a bronchodilator such as albuterol (Proventil) is a reduction in adventitious (abnormal) breath sounds.