Which of the following devices depends on the patient's inspiratory effort to dispense the dose?
a. Small-volume jet nebulizers
b. Metered dose inhaler
c. Dry powder inhaler
d. Soft mist inhaler
ANS: C
Passive or patient-driven, dry powder inhalers rely on the patient's inspiratory effort to dispense the dose.
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