Nebulizers — What Are They And How To Use Them
If you are someone who knows an asthmatic or an asthmatic, it is good to know how to use nebulizer. Nebulizers can save lives in terrible consequences of sudden asthma attacks. This article will discuss how to use a nebulizer.
So, what are nebulizers in the first place?
Nebulizers are used to treat respiratory ailments like COPD and asthma. Sometimes, nebulizers are used for aromatherapy sessions, too. Nebulizers transform liquid medication into mist and the mist is inhaled by the person undergoing treatment.
There are two types of nebulizers. There is the ultrasonic nebulizers, which uses vibration to transform the medication into mist, and the compressor nebulizer which transforms the medication into mist using compressed air. That pretty much is the difference between the two and both are just as effective as the other.
Below is the step by step procedure on how to use a nebulizer.
1. Before using a nebulizer, make sure you wash your hands and keep them clean. Make sure the nebulizer is clean.
2. Open the cup and place the medication inside the cup. Close the nebulizer cup.
3. Attach the tubing into the nebulizer and attach the other end to a mask (for infants and younger children) or mouthpiece (for adults).
4. Turn the nebulizer on and make sure mist is coming out of the mask or mouthpiece.
5a. If you are using a mouthpiece, gently bite onto the mouthpiece and close your mouth. Breathe in and out using you mouth, and keep holding the nebulizer in an upright position.
5b. If you are using a mask, place the mask over the mouth and nose. Keep holding the cup in an upright position.
6. If the nebulizer starts to sputter, then the medication is already running out. Tapping the side of the cup helps the remaining medication to fall where it can be converted into mist.
7. Clean and dry the nebulizer and the nebulizer parts after use. Make sure the nebulizer is completely dry before storing it in a cool, dry place. This way, you can keep the equipment from hosting germs that can cause infections and make the patient’s condition worse.
Keep this in mind: nebulizers are used only during an asthma attack and not prior. Therefore, a stock of the prescribed medication should be kept in a cool dry place where little kids can’t reach.
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