C H A P T E R 5 4
Drugs acting on the upper respiratory tract
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MULTIPLE RESPONSE
Select all that apply.
1.
Common adverse effects associated with the use of
topical nasal steroids would include which of the
following?
a.
local burning and stinging
b.
dryness of the mucosa
c.
headache
d.
constipation and urinary retention
e.
fungal infections
f.
osteonecrosis
2.
An antihistamine would be the drug of choice for
treating which of the following?
a.
itchy eyes
b.
irritating cough
c.
nasal congestion
d.
runny nose
e.
idiopathic urticaria
f.
thick, tenacious secretions
3.
Additional care interventions for people receiving
antihistamines probably would include which of the
following?
a.
using a humidifier
b.
advising person to suck sugarless lozenges to help
to relieve dry mouth
c.
limiting fluid intake to decrease swelling
d.
providing safety measures to prevent falls or
injury
e.
encouraging pushing fluids, if allowed
f.
leaving bowls of water around the house to
increase humidity
