Optimizing Inhaler Technique

Authors

Ruby L. Russell, Larner College of Medicine, University of VermontFollow

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Date

2018

Abstract

Studies show that correct patient technique using inhalers is correlated to the number of times they are taught and reminded by a health care professional. As a step toward addressing this problem, I propose increasing inhaler use teaching, utilizing EMR tools as well as online modules, and increasing the comfort of providers with teaching inhaler use. This may be achieved through the use of PRISM dot phrases titled .INHALERNAME, accessing teaching videos during a patient visit, and having patients demonstrate technique at each visit.

Clinical Site

South Burlington Family Practice

Keywords

inhaler technique, inhaler education, asthma, COPD, improper inhaler technique, patient education, improving asthma control

Creative Commons License

This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.

Disciplines

Equipment and Supplies | Interprofessional Education | Medical Education | Other Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences | Primary Care

Recommended Citation

Russell, Ruby L., "Optimizing Inhaler Technique" (2018). Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects. 329.
https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/fmclerk/329