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When counseling a patient on a new prescription for an inhaled corticosteroid for asthma, what is the most important instruction to prevent oral candidiasis?

Rinsing the mouth with water after using an inhaled corticosteroid helps to wash away residual medication, reducing the risk of oral thrush. This is a key couns

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Question: When counseling a patient on a new prescription for an inhaled corticosteroid for asthma, what is the most important instruction to prevent oral candidiasis?

Answer options:

  • Take the inhaler before meals ✅ Rinse mouth with water after each use
  • Hold breath for 30 seconds after inhalation
  • Avoid caffeine during therapy

Correct answer: Rinse mouth with water after each use

Explanation: Rinsing the mouth with water after using an inhaled corticosteroid helps to wash away residual medication, reducing the risk of oral thrush. This is a key counseling point.

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