You are caring for patient who has difficulty breathing. Thi…
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Yоu аre cаring fоr pаtient whо has difficulty breathing. This patient has a history of asthma and emphysema. The patient states his inhaler is not helping him. You watch the patient administer the inhaler, which he does by spraying in front of his nose. You know this is not the correct procedure. Which of the following would you recommend to the patient?A: The inhaler is held about six inches in front of the mouth.B: He should consider using a different inhaler that is intended for the nose.C: The inhaler goes in the mouth and he should hold his breath after aerosol spray.D: He should not use the inhaler until after he is seen in the emergency department.