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PLEASE COMPLETE FRONT AND BACK OF FORM. RETURN TO THE SCHOOL NURSE ASTHMA INHALERS MALADMINISTRATION BY STUDENTS Name Grade Date To self-medicate, the student must be able to: (check all that apply)

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1. Make sure you have the correct type of inhaler prescribed by your doctor for self-administration.
2. Before using the inhaler, shake it well to ensure proper mixing of the medication.
3. Remove the cap and hold the inhaler in an upright position.
4. Breathe out fully to empty your lungs before using the inhaler.
5. Place the mouthpiece of the inhaler between your teeth and close your lips around it, ensuring a tight seal.
6. Begin to breathe in slowly and deeply through your mouth, pressing down on the inhaler canister once to release a dose of medication.
7. Continue to inhale slowly and deeply for a few seconds to ensure the medication reaches your airways.
8. Hold your breath for a few seconds and remove the inhaler from your mouth.
9. Breathe out slowly and normalise your breathing.
10. If prescribed multiple doses, wait for the instructed time period before repeating the process, usually around 1 to 2 minutes.
11. After use, rinse your mouth with water to prevent any leftover medication from causing irritation or fungal infections.
12. Finally, replace the cap on the inhaler to protect it from contamination or damage.

Who needs asthma inhalers - self-administration?

1. Individuals with asthma who experience occasional or frequent symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, or coughing.
2. People with exercise-induced asthma who require immediate relief before or after physical activity.
3. Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis or emphysema, who may also benefit from self-administered asthma inhalers.
4. Individuals at risk of an asthma attack, as advised by their healthcare provider, who may need quick access to bronchodilators for emergency management.
5. People who have been trained by their healthcare provider on proper inhaler technique and self-administration, ensuring optimal medication delivery and better control of their asthma symptoms.

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