How I Educate Patients: Correct Inhaler Technique Improves Patient Outcomes

Types of Inhalers in Pulmonary Disease

There are many types of asthma inhalers, and they work differently. Follow these tips for a "press and breathe" type inhaler. Here are more tips: https://community.aafa.org/blog/improper-inhaler-use-can-affect-asthma-control If you aren’t sure what kind you have, ask your doctor or nurse to show you how to use it. It’s a good idea to have your health care team watch you use your inhaler during a check-up. They can spot ways to help you adjust so you get as much medicine in your lungs as possible