Which statement indicates correct understanding of inhaled corticosteroid teaching?

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Accepted Answer

B. "I should rinse my mouth after using this inhaler." — Rinsing the mouth after an inhaled corticosteroid reduces oral candidiasis risk. These medications are controllers, not rescue drugs.

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A. "I should stop it as soon as I feel better for one day."

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C. "I will use this inhaler first when I have sudden wheezing."

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D. "Cleaning the inhaler is unnecessary because the medication is sterile."