Patient Counseling and Education Flashcards

A patient prescribed an albuterol rescue inhaler should be counseled that it is used for what?

Answer: Quick relief of acute bronchospasm symptoms

Albuterol is a short-acting beta-agonist used for rapid symptom relief.

Which counseling statement is correct for a patient taking sublingual or oral spironolactone?

Answer: Avoid potassium supplements and high-potassium salt substitutes

Spironolactone is potassium-sparing, so added potassium can cause hyperkalemia.

A patient on phenazopyridine for urinary discomfort should be told to expect what?

Answer: Reddish-orange discoloration of urine

Phenazopyridine harmlessly stains urine an orange-red color.

Which is the best counseling for a patient starting oral prednisone for a tapering course?

Answer: Do not stop suddenly; follow the taper as directed

Abrupt discontinuation of corticosteroids can cause adrenal insufficiency, so tapering is required.

A patient prescribed clopidogrel after a stent should be counseled to do what?

Answer: Not stop the medication without consulting the prescriber

Premature discontinuation of antiplatelet therapy after stenting increases thrombosis risk.

Which counseling point is appropriate for a patient using a fluoroquinolone such as ciprofloxacin?

Answer: Report tendon pain and avoid taking with dairy or antacids near the dose

Fluoroquinolones carry a tendon rupture risk and chelate with cations that reduce absorption.

A patient starting montelukast should be counseled about which potential adverse effect?

Answer: Neuropsychiatric effects such as mood changes

Montelukast carries a warning for neuropsychiatric events including mood and behavior changes.