To decrease the likelihood of an opportunistic yeast or fungal infection associated with metered-dose inhaler (MDI) steroids, what would you recommend that a patient do?
I. Cut in half the number of puffs or treatments.
II. Use a spacer or holding chamber.
III. Rinse the mouth after each treatment.

Question

To decrease the likelihood of an opportunistic yeast or fungal infection associated with metered-dose inhaler (MDI) steroids, what would you recommend that a patient do?
I.	Cut in half the number of puffs or treatments.
II.	Use a spacer or holding chamber.
III.	Rinse the mouth after each treatment.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The use of a spacer or holding chamber and rinsing the mouth after each treatment are both recommended to decrease the likelihood of an opportunistic yeast or fungal infection associated with MDI steroids. Cutting in half the number of puffs or treatments is not recommended as it may lead to inadequate control of the underlying respiratory condition.

To Decrease the Likelihood of an Opportunistic Yeast or Fungal