Chapter 25 Inhalant Medications Flashcards
1
Q
Diseases that inhalent medications can be used for (3)
A
- COPD
- Asthma
- Acute respiratory
2
Q
Inhalant route administers drugs to where?
A
The lower airways
3
Q
Types of inhalers (3)
A
- Dry powder inhalers
- Metered-does inhaler
- Soft mist inhaler
4
Q
It is important to do what after using an inhaler?
A
- Clean the moutpiece
- Rinse and spit
5
Q
Nebulizers typically take how long to complete?
A
10 to 15 minutes
6
Q
Nebulizers are commonly found where?
A
Long term care facilities
7
Q
Order of administrating a steroid and a bronchodialator
A
- Bronchodilator
2. Steroid
