For which of the following patient groups is use of a dry powder inhaler (DPI) for bronchodilator administration recommended?
1) Infants and children younger than 5 years
2) Patients with an acute bronchospastic episode
3) Patients requiring maintenance therapy

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Use of a dry powder inhaler (DPI) for bronchodilator administration is recommended for patients requiring maintenance therapy, but not for infants and children younger than 5 years or patients with an acute bronchospastic episode. Infants and children younger than 5 years may not be able to use a DPI effectively, and patients with an acute bronchospastic episode generally require a fast-acting inhaler such as a metered-dose inhaler (MDI) or nebulizer.

For Which of the Following Patient Groups Is Use of a Dry