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How to use metered dose inhaler/asthma inhaler

 
For information regarding use of the following devices, please visit:
http://aaac.duhs.duke.edu/modules/aaac_ptrsrc/index.php?id=19
 
  • Metered dose inhaler (MDI, "puffer" or "pump")
  • Peak flow meter
  • Spacer (cylinder type)
  • Spacer with mask
  • InspirEase (bag type spacer)
  • Autohaler
  • Diskus
  • Aerolizer
  • Turbuhaler
  • Twisthaler
  •  Nebulizer
 
For information about pediatric asthma, inhalers and asthma medications, please visit:

http://www.dukechildrens.org/patient_and_visitor/health_library/care_guides/asthma

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