Which of the following medications is an inhaled agent used for long-term prophylaxis of asthma?

Choice A rationale: Administering a small test dose is not typically required before giving an antibiotic unless there is a known history of severe allergies. It is more important to identify the causative organism to ensure the appropriate antibiotic is used.

Choice B rationale: Having epinephrine available is a safety measure for potential severe allergic reactions, but it is not the most immediate priority. Ensuring the antibiotic is appropriate for the infection is crucial.

Choice C rationale: Monitoring the client's temperature and blood pressure is important, but it is not the most immediate priority before administering the antibiotic. These parameters should be monitored throughout treatment.

Choice D rationale: Obtaining a urine specimen for culture and sensitivity is the most important action before administering the antibiotic. This ensures that the correct antibiotic is prescribed based on the specific bacteria causing the infection. It helps prevent the use of ineffective antibiotics and reduces the risk of antibiotic resistance.

Choice A rationale

Digoxin is a cardiac glycoside used for heart failure and arrhythmias, not a diuretic.

Choice B rationale

Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic, preventing hypokalemia.

Choice C rationale

Furosemide is a loop diuretic that can cause hypokalemia by increasing potassium excretion.

Choice D rationale

Captopril is an ACE inhibitor used for hypertension and heart failure, not a diuretic.