The nurse is speaking with the Physician regarding the treatment plan for a client experiencing COPD exacerbations. Which of the following statements is inappropriate w it h regards to the management of COPD exacerbations?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu

ID: 137304

Question

The nurse is speaking with the Physician regarding the treatment plan for a client experiencing COPD exacerbations. Which of the following statements is  inappropriate w it h regards to the management of COPD exacerbations? 
 
   Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu   
 
 ID: 137304

Accepted Answer

Oral corticosteroid maintenance therapy should be provided to patients with severe COPD

Answer

Inhaled salbutamol and ipratropium given every 4-6 hours are recommended to improve dyspnea

Answer

If indicated, a broad-spectrum antibiotic should be provided to a client with ischemic heart disease (IHD)

Answer

Antibiotics are indicated in patients with increased sputum purulence and dyspnea

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