Which of the following is true regarding dry powder inhalers (DPI)?
1. The medication is delivered by tablet orally.
2. The medication is delivered by fine mist.
3. The device is activated by inhalation.
4. The medication is applied topically.
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Inhalers are not oral tablets.
Rationale 2: Nebulizers deliver medications in fine mist.
Rationale 3: The client activates the device by inhaling.
Rationale 4: Inhalers are not applied topically.
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