The Nurse Is Instructing the Parent of a 6-Year-Old Patient

Multiple Choice

The nurse is instructing the parent of a 6-year-old patient recently started on a ProAir HFA (albuterol) inhaler for exercise-induced asthma. The nurse recognizes that further teaching is necessary by which of the following client statements?

A) "He may feel like his heart is racing after he takes his inhaler."
B) "He can use the inhaler as many times during football practice as he needs it."
C) "He should avoid cola and other caffeinated drinks since they may increase his heart rate."
D) "He should take two puffs about 15 minutes before gym class."