A nurse is developing a teaching plan for a client who is to use a dry powder inhaler. Which of the following would the nurse include in the teaching plan? Select all that apply
A) Place device in water to clean.
B) Swallow capsules provided.
C) Hold inhaler 1 to 2 inches from mouth.
D) Hold breath for 10 seconds.
E) Inhale quickly.
Ans: D, E
Feedback:
To properly use a dry powder inhaler, the client should do the following: prepare the medication for inhalation, place the mouthpiece close to the lips, inhale quickly, hold breath for 10 seconds, not swallow capsules provided, and not place the inhaler in water.
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