A client uses an albuterol inhaler for wheezing and asks what side effect may occur. Which response is best?

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Option 4: You may feel shaky or notice a faster heart rate.

Albuterol is a short-acting beta agonist and can cause tremor, nervousness, and tachycardia. Severe constipation is not a typical expected effect. Dry mouth or throat irritation can occur. A single cough after inhalation is common and may be due to technique; it does not require stopping the medication unless accompanied by worsening symptoms.

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Option 1: You will likely become severely constipated.

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Option 2: You may experience a dry mouth or throat irritation.

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Option 3: You should stop the medication if you cough once.

A client uses an albuterol inhaler for wheezing and asks what side effect may occur. Which response is best?

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A client uses an albuterol inhaler for wheezing and asks what side effect may occur. Which response is best?

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