Discussion Topics, Chapter 54, Drugs Acting on the Upper

Respiratory Tract

Discussion Topics Learning

Objective(s)
1. Kenneth is seen in the clinic with symptoms of a cold. The 2, 3, 5
health care provider recommends that he take
pseudoephedrine. Kenneth is unfamiliar with pseudoephedrine
and the use of the correct dosing.
a. What are the key teaching points for pseudoephedrine?
b. What is the biggest drug–drug interaction problem with
over-the-counter cold remedies?
2. Regina has a history of asthma and is going to start on 2, 3, 5
nasal steroid decongestants. The health care provider has
prescribed beclomethasone (Beclovent) by nasal spray.
a. How does beclomethasone improve nasal congestion?
b. What are the key points of patient teaching for Regina?