Nebulizer use
| Nebulizer use - part one |
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Nebulizers are used to treat asthma, Chronic Obstructive
Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and other conditions where inhaled
medicines are indicated.
Nebulizers deliver a stream of medicated air to the lungs over a
period of time.
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| Nebulizer use - part two |
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Assemble the nebulizer according to its instructions. Connect
the hose to an air compressor.
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| Nebulizer use - part three |
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Fill the medicine cup with your prescription, according to the
instructions.
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| Nebulizer use - part four |
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Attach the hose and mouthpiece to the medicine cup.
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| Nebulizer use - part five |
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Place the mouthpiece in your mouth. Breathe through your mouth
until all the medicine is used, about 10-15 minutes. Some people
use a nose clip to help them breathe only through the mouth.
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| Nebulizer use - part six |
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Some people prefer to use a mask.
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| Nebulizer use - part seven |
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Wash the medicine cup and mouthpiece with water, and air-dry
until your next treatment.
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Review Date: 5/21/2009
Reviewed By: Allen J. Blaivas, DO, Division of Pulmonary and
Critical Care, UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ. Review
provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David
Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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