MDI Spacer Flashcards

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1
Q

MDI indications

A

Administration of Bronchodilators when nebuliser is not preferred approach

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2
Q

Contraindications/Cautions

A

NONE

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3
Q

Actions of MDI spacer

A

Relaxes muscles in the lungs and widens the airway (Bronchodilation)

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4
Q

Dosage

A
  • Prime with 10 sprays
  • then 1 puff per 6 breaths
  • can repeat upto 12 puffs
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