Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
Which of the following is true when administering a nasal spray medication?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The client should blow their nose gently before the medication is administered. This is to clear the nasal passages to allow the medication to be properly administered. When administering the medication, the client should sit upright, insert the applicator into the designated nostril, and spray the medication as the patient inhales.