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Optimising inhaler technique
Inhalers explained
Common errors
Common errors (continued)
Improving inhaler technique
How to engage with patients
Education is key
Useful resources
Assessment questions
Improving inhaler technique
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Improving inhaler technique
Training of patients by health professionals has been shown to be an effective means of improving inhaler technique and should be repeated at regular intervals. It is essential that those providing the training are themselves able to demonstrate correct technique for each inhaler type.
This ensures patients understand the right steps for their own inhaler. Pharmacy technicians can use the checklist of step-by-step instructions outlined in Table 1 to achieve optimal inhaler technique.
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