Question

a client is beginning therapy with montelukast po 10 mg once a day in the evening. the client asks the nurse, \when should i begin to feel better?\ how should the nurse respond?

a 30 minutes to 1 hour.

b immediately.

c within 24 hours.

d in about 12 hours.

Explanation:

Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist used for asthma and allergic rhinitis. Its onset of action for symptom improvement is typically within 24 hours. Options A (30 min - 1 hr) and B (immediately) are too fast, as it's not a rapid - acting bronchodilator like short - acting beta - agonists. Option D (12 hours) is also incorrect as the expected time to feel better is within 24 hours.

Answer:

C. Within 24 hours.