Practice Question
A client with chronic asthma receives a prescription for montelukast, a leukotriene modifier. Which statement by the client indicates to the nurse that medication teaching was effective?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
I will take the tablet every evening to control my asthma.
Rationale:
🟣 Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist used for long-term control of asthma—not for acute attacks.
🟣 It is taken once daily in the evening, as this timing helps reduce nocturnal symptoms and improve lung function overnight.
🟣 Client understanding of daily, consistent use is key for preventing chronic airway inflammation and bronchoconstriction.
🟣 Using this medication during an asthma attack would be ineffective; rescue inhalers (e.g., albuterol) are needed for immediate relief.
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: HESI Exam(s)
- Domain: Hesi Pharmacology
- Answer Choices: 4