Barring any issues regarding patient coordination or ability to use the device correctly,how should you suggest that a patient administer a drug with an MDI if no spacer is available?

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Insertion into the mouth increases oropharyngeal impaction of the drug.Theoretically,actuating the MDI several centimeters in front of the mouth allows for slowing of particle velocity and evaporation of aerosol particles,resulting in less oropharyngeal impaction and loss.Barring the patient's inability to coordinate such a maneuver,this is the recommended method of administration.During acute episodes,it is understandably pertinent that a patient receive his or her medication,whether or not a spacing device happens to be available at the time.

Barring Any Issues Regarding Patient Coordination or Ability to Use