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Key mechanisms causing aerosol deposition include all of the following, except: A.Sedimentation B.inertial impaction C.Brownian diffusion D.osmosis 2Copyright © 2013, 2009, 2003, 1999, 1995, 1990, 1982, 1977, 1973, 1969 by Mosby, an imprint of Elsevier Inc.

Hazards of aerosol drug therapy include all of the following, except: A.Infection B.Hyperinflation C.systemic effects D.eye irritation 3Copyright © 2013, 2009, 2003, 1999, 1995, 1990, 1982, 1977, 1973, 1969 by Mosby, an imprint of Elsevier Inc.

What is a disadvantage of using a pressurized metered-dose inhaler versus a dry-powder inhaler? A.requires high inspiratory flow B.most units are single dose C.determining the amount of drug remaining D.contamination 4Copyright © 2013, 2009, 2003, 1999, 1995, 1990, 1982, 1977, 1973, 1969 by Mosby, an imprint of Elsevier Inc.

The main factors the affect the performance of a pneumatic jet nebulizer include all of the following, except: A.nebulizer design B.gas pressure C.medication characteristics D.ambient relative humidity 5Copyright © 2013, 2009, 2003, 1999, 1995, 1990, 1982, 1977, 1973, 1969 by Mosby, an imprint of Elsevier Inc.

Which of the following is NOT true regarding continuous bronchodilator therapy? A.CBT has proved to be safe for adult and pediatric patients with severe asthma. B.An increase in PEFR of at least 10-15% after the first hour of therapy indicates a positive response. C.Once CBT is started, the patient need not be assessed throughout the therapy. D.The goal for PEFR is at least 50% of predicted value. 6Copyright © 2013, 2009, 2003, 1999, 1995, 1990, 1982, 1977, 1973, 1969 by Mosby, an imprint of Elsevier Inc.