Which of the following would be correct instructions for a patient being taught proper use of a dry powder inhaler?
1) Place mouthpiece 4 cm from mouth
2) Exhale slowly to FRC
3) Inhale slowly (

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Which of the following would be correct instructions for a patient being taught proper use of a dry powder inhaler?
1) Place mouthpiece 4 cm from mouth
2) Exhale slowly to FRC
3) Inhale slowly (<30 L/min)
4) Repeat until dose is used up

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For a dry powder inhaler, the patient should exhale to Functional Residual Capacity (FRC) before using the inhaler and may need to repeat the dose to ensure full delivery. However, the inhalation should be quick and deep (not slow), and the mouthpiece should be placed in the mouth (not held away from it).

Which of the Following Would Be Correct Instructions for a Patient