Question

a nurse is teaching a client about the use of cromolyn to prevent bronchospasm. the nurse should explain that the medication has which of the following therapeutic effects? increases leukocyte activity blocks muscarinic receptors causes bronchodilation reduces inflammation

Explanation:

Cromolyn is a mast cell stabilizer used to prevent bronchospasm (often in asthma). It works by inhibiting the release of inflammatory mediators from mast cells, thereby reducing airway inflammation which triggers bronchospasm. It does not increase leukocyte activity, block muscarinic receptors (that is the action of anticholinergics like ipratropium), or directly cause bronchodilation (that is the action of beta-agonists or anticholinergics).

Answer:

Reduces inflammation