BS Nursing
Community Health Nursing -I
Community Health Nursing-I
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June 6, 2026
84. A home care patient with asthma is prescribed an inhaled corticosteroid and a short-acting beta-agonist (SABA). The patient states, “I use my SABA every day for my breathing.” What medicinal teaching is required?
A.
This is normal; continue using the SABA daily
B.
The SABA is a rescue medication and should only be used for acute symptoms; consistent use suggests uncontrolled asthma
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C.
Discontinue the inhaled corticosteroid
D.
Increase the SABA dose
📖 Additional Information
This is normal; continue using the SABA daily
The SABA is a rescue medication and should only be used for acute symptoms; consistent use suggests uncontrolled asthma
