Final answer:
The correct statement indicating understanding of fluticasone inhaler use is D. "I will rinse my mouth after I use this inhaler". This is important to prevent oral thrush, and it reflects the correct usage of a corticosteroid inhaler for long-term asthma control, not for immediate relief.
Step-by-step explanation:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for a fluticasone inhaler. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching? The correct answer is D. "I will rinse my mouth after I use this inhaler". Fluticasone is a corticosteroid used for long-term control of asthma to reduce inflammation in the airways. It is not a fast-acting bronchodilator and therefore is not used for immediate relief during an asthma attack. After using a corticosteroid inhaler like fluticasone, it's important to rinse your mouth to prevent possible side effects such as oral thrush, a yeast infection in the mouth.
Clients using fluticasone should follow a regular dosing schedule, rather than using it as needed basis for symptom relief. Additionally, there is no need to avoid dairy products, and administering two puffs consecutively without waiting the recommended amount of time between doses may not allow for proper medication deposition in the lungs.