How to Use a Metered-dose Inhaler (GINA)
How to Use a Metered-dose Inhaler (GINA)
How to Use a Metered-dose Inhaler (GINA)
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<strong>How</strong> <strong>to</strong> use the Aerohaler<br />
1. Hold inhaler upright. Push white but<strong>to</strong>n<br />
on side of inhaler until it clicks then<br />
release it immediately. This pierces the<br />
capsule<br />
2. Breath out fully, put the mouthpiece in<br />
mouth and breathe in as deeply as<br />
possible<br />
3. Remove aerohaler from mouth and hold<br />
breath for about ten seconds. Breathe<br />
out slowly through nose<br />
4. Turn magazine until the next lowest<br />
number appears above mark on base.<br />
The next <strong>dose</strong> is then ready<br />
ALWAYS DEMONSTRATE TO THE PATIENT HOW TO USE THE AEROHALER<br />
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