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What is the purpose of nasal instillations?
What is the purpose of nasal instillations?
- To increase nasal congestion
- To dilate the sinus passages
- To shrink swollen mucous membranes (correct)
- To thicken nasal secretions
What is a potential risk of using nasal decongestants in excess?
What is a potential risk of using nasal decongestants in excess?
- Reduced risk of nasal congestion
- Increased risk of rebound nasal congestion (correct)
- Reduced risk of medication side effects
- Decreased risk of sinus infections
Why is medical asepsis used when performing nasal instillations?
Why is medical asepsis used when performing nasal instillations?
- To reduce the cost of the procedure
- To avoid contamination and infection (correct)
- To improve the taste of the nasal medication
- To prevent allergic reactions in the client
What effect do nebulizers (inhalers) have when delivering medication droplets?
What effect do nebulizers (inhalers) have when delivering medication droplets?
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How should a client use a nasal inhaler with an atomizer tip?
How should a client use a nasal inhaler with an atomizer tip?
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