Aerosol inhalation at home

Aerosol inhalation is a medical technique used to convert liquid drugs into tiny, fog-like particles that are delivered directly to the respiratory tract and lungs via an inhaler or spray device. This method can quickly and effectively deliver drugs to the patient's respiratory system, especially for the treatment of respiratory diseases, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Through aerosol inhalation, drugs can be more easily inhaled into the lungs and can be more evenly distributed in the respiratory tract, thus improving drug efficacy.

(1) Atomizer: Atomizer is a device used to convert liquid drugs into aerosol particles. It can be a hand-held atomizer, or it can be a desktop or wall-mounted atomizer. It uses compressed air or ultrasound to create a drug atomization and deliver the drug directly through the respiratory tract.

(2) Atomizing tank: The atomizing tank is a container containing pharmaceutical liquid, often used in conjunction with the atomizer to convert the drug into atomizing particles. Nebulizer has mouth type, mask type and nasal type. The mouth type is suitable for adults, and the mask type is suitable for children or people with reduced mobility, covering the mouth and nose. The nasal version is designed for spray-to-nose direct delivery of medication for the treatment of nasal conditions such as sinusitis or allergic rhinitis.

(1) Preparation: wash hands, clean and disinfect atomizer equipment and atomized drug accessories.
(2) Prepare the medicine: Pour the correct dose of medicine (liquid or powder) into the atomized medicine cup or medicine container according to the doctor's instructions.

(3) Assembly equipment: Fix the atomizer can to the atomizer to ensure tight connection.

(4) Check the equipment: ensure that the atomizer switch is off, the power supply or battery is sufficient, and the atomizer spray hole is not blocked.

(5) Posture Sit or lean forward slightly to maintain a comfortable and relaxed posture.

(6) Use the atomizer: open the atomizer switch and start spraying. Pressing a button or switch triggers the release of the atomized drug.

(7) Inhale the drug: close the lips to the nebulizer mouth, take a deep breath and maintain normal breathing. Inhale the medication as slowly and deeply as possible, allowing it to reach the lungs as much as possible.

(8) Exhale: After inhaling the drug, hold a breathing pause for a few seconds and then exhale slowly.

(9) Cleaning equipment: Use clean water to clean the mist cup and other accessories, and clean and disinfect according to the advice of a doctor or pharmacist.

It is important to note that the specific inhalation operation will vary depending on the device model and the type of medication, so you should read and follow the instructions in the device's manual, or consult a doctor or pharmacist, before using the nebulizer. At the same time, regularly checking the working status and cleaning maintenance of the equipment is an important step to ensure the effect and safety of atomization inhalation.