The Nurse Is Instructing a Client Who Is Prescribed Ipratropium

Multiple Choice

The nurse is instructing a client who is prescribed ipratropium bromide (Atrovent) for asthma.Which should be included in this client's teaching? Select all that apply.

A) Take no more than the prescribed number of doses each day.
B) Rinse the mouth after taking this medication.
C) Take on an empty stomach.
D) Take with meals or a full glass of water.
E) Use hard candy or drink extra fluids to help with a dry mouth.