Which of the following are problems associated with patient use of an MDI? 1. Failure to coordinate inhalation and actuation of the inhaler2. A too-rapid inspiratory flow rate3. Failure to shake and mix canister contents4. Cessation of inspiration as the aerosol strikes the throat

What cylinder factor is used to compute the duration of flow for a 22 cu/ft O2 or air E cylinder?

BASIC CONCEPTS How should sublingual nitroglycerin tablets for heart failure be taken?

ADVANCED CONCEPTS You are teaching a patient about diuretic therapy. Which statement made by the patient indicates that more teaching is needed?

BASIC CONCEPTS Which drug for high blood pressure is a beta blocker?

ADVANCED CONCEPTS A patient prescribed atorvastatin (Lipitor) reports experiencing some muscle pain and weakness. What is your best action?

ADVANCED CONCEPTS Which safety precaution should be taught to a patient going home on any antihypertensive drug for heart failure?

BASIC CONCEPTS Which statement about drug therapy for heart failure is true?

ADVANCED CONCEPTS Which condition alerts you to assess a patient for worsening heart failure?

ADVANCED CONCEPTS A patient whose heart rate is 52 beats/min reports feeling dizzy and light-headed. What is your best first action?