Pharmacology Flashcards
1
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Aerosol advantages
A
Non invasive, painless, rapid onset
2
Q
Aerosol disadvantages
A
Difficult to actuate, decreases drug delivery and efficacy if not used properly
3
Q
MDI advantages
A
Portable, treatment time is short
4
Q
MDI disadvantages
A
Hand/face breathing coordination and Cold fereon effect
5
Q
What is the Aerochamber?
A
A device added to the MDIs for proper admin
6
Q
What are aerochamber advantges?
A
Simplified coordination, reduced drug deposition
7
Q
What are powder aerosols advantges?
A
Breath acuated, no propellant gas
8
Q
What are powder aerosols disadvantages?
A
Dry powder, high airflow
9
Q
What are Nebulizers advantages?
A
Ability to aerosolize drug mixture and good for very young patients
10
Q
What are nebulizers disadvantages?
A
Contamination possible and expensive equipment
