For maintenance administration of bronchodilators to an adult patient with adequate inspiratory flow, which of the following aerosol drug delivery devices would you recommend?
I.pressurized metered-dose inhaler (pMDI)II.small-volume jet nebulizer
III.dry powder inhaler
IV.pMDI and holding chamber

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Dry powder inhalers and pressurized metered-dose inhalers with a holding chamber can be recommended for maintenance administration of bronchodilators to an adult patient with adequate inspiratory flow. Small-volume jet nebulizers are typically reserved for patients who cannot adequately use the other devices or for acute exacerbations.

For Maintenance Administration of Bronchodilators to an Adult Patient with Adequate