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124. A home care patient with asthma is prescribed a new inhaled corticosteroid. They report a white coating on their tongue and sore throat. What medicinal teaching point is critical?

A. This is a sign of allergy
B. Rinse mouth with water after each dose to prevent oral candidiasis (thrush)
C. Stop the medication immediately
D. Swallow the medication without rinsing

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  • This is a sign of allergy
  • Rinse mouth with water after each dose to prevent oral candidiasis (thrush)
  • Stop the medication immediately
  • Swallow the medication without rinsing

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