A cleared client uses an inhaler under medical instructions. Which preparation supports safe exercise?
- AConfirm the pre-exercise dose was taken, then store the inhaler in the locker room so the session is not interrupted
- BCheck that prescribed pre-exercise medication was used and the inhaler is within reach
- CShorten the warm-up to save the client's energy for the main set
- DKeep the inhaler within reach, but hold the prescribed pre-exercise puffs unless breathing tightens
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Answer
B
Safe preparation means the client has taken any pre-exercise medication exactly as prescribed, keeps the rescue inhaler within reach, and does a gradual, longer warm-up, which can reduce exercise-induced bronchoconstriction.
A
The pre-dose is right, but an inhaler left in the locker room delays treatment if symptoms start during the session.
C
A gradual, longer warm-up can reduce exercise-induced bronchoconstriction; shortening it removes that protection.
D
Keeping it within reach is right, but waiting for symptoms skips the pre-exercise dose that the medical instructions call for.
B
Safe preparation means the client has taken any pre-exercise medication exactly as prescribed, keeps the rescue inhaler within reach, and does a gradual, longer warm-up, which can reduce exercise-induced bronchoconstriction.