Question

the respiratory system test
question: 15 of 25
a nurse is caring for a client who is having difficulty mobilizing thick respiratory secretions. which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer to the client?
options: ipratropium, beclomethasone, acetylcysteine, azelastine

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each medication:

• Ipratropium: Anticholinergic, relieves bronchospasm (not for mobilizing secretions).
• Beclomethasone: Corticosteroid, reduces inflammation (not for secretion mobilization).
• Acetylcysteine: Mucolytic, breaks down thick mucus/secretions, suitable for the client's issue.
• Azelastine: Antihistamine, treats allergies (not for secretions).

Answer:

C. Acetylcysteine