Types: Common types include pneumatic/jet, mesh, and ultrasonic, often requiring a prescription.- Medication Types: Common medications include bronchodilators to open airways, corticosteroids to reduce inflammation, and sterile saline to thin mucus.
- Usage Procedure: The medication is placed in a cup, connected to a compressor (or battery-powered unit), and inhaled through a mouthpiece or mask while sitting upright.
- Side Effects: Potential side effects include jitteriness, rapid heart rate, throat irritation, and nausea.
- Cleaning: To prevent infection, it is crucial to clean and disinfect the tubing, mask/mouthpiece, and medicine cup after each use.
0 comments