Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is providing education to a school-age child with a new diagnosis of asthma.Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Carry a rescue inhaler with you at all times. This statement is important for a patient with asthma as a rescue inhaler provides quick relief during an asthma attack. It is crucial to have it on hand at all times to manage sudden symptoms effectively. The other choices are incorrect because B: Using the peak expiratory flow meter once per week may not be frequent enough to monitor asthma control. C: Taking cromolyn sodium at the first sign of breathing difficulty is not recommended as it is a preventive medication. D: Stopping playing basketball may not be necessary if asthma is well-controlled, and swimming is not a direct substitute for basketball.