Thursday, January 20, 2011

Q: 69 year old male with history of COPD is now recommended to have aerosolized colistin for his pulmonary infection. Which simultaneous order may benefit him?


Answer: Administration of aerosolized colistin may cause bronchospasm, especially in patients with previous related history. Orders to give bronchodilators prior to administration of colistin may prevent the problem.

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