OSCE Inhaler Technique

Question 1

Talk through the steps of inhaler technique

Answer 1

1. Remove cap and shake
2. Breathe out gently
3. Put mouthpiece in mouth and as you begin to breathe in, which should be slow and deep, press canister down and continue to inhale steadily and deeply
4. Hold breath for 10 seconds, or as long as is comfortable
5. For a second dose wait for approximately 30 seconds before repeating steps 1-4.

Only use the device for the number of doses on the label, then start a new inhaler.