Teaching Correct Use of Inhaled Medications

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Dec 29, 2006 07:21 AM

Teaching Correct Use of Inhaled Medications

by VickyRN

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Great resource for patient teaching!

Teaching Correct Use of Inhaled Medications

Clinical studies document that many patients use their inhaled medications incorrectly. Healthcare provider misuse also has been documented. Observation and teaching are essential for patients with chronic lung disease for whom inhaled beta 2 sympathomimetic, anticholinergic, and corticosteroid medications are prescribed.

http://www.nursingcenter.com/library/JournalArticle.asp?Article_ID=616495

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Teaching Correct Use of Inhaled Medications

Teaching Correct Use of Inhaled Medications

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