The most common error in use of pressurized metered dose inhalers (pMDIs) is

a. actuation of the pMDI at total lung capacity.
b. inadequate shaking and mixing of pMDI contents before use.
c. failure to coordinate actuation of pMDI with inhalation.
d. exhaling during pMDI actuation.


ANS: C

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