Date & Time
Thursday, May 23, 2024, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Name
116 Better Breathing Through Proper Inhaler Use*
Description
Many incarcerated individuals suffer from asthma and/or COPD, and with so many inhaler devices and ingredients, inhaler therapy can be complicated ? but it doesn?t need to be! This talk provides a comprehensive overview of the current inhaler landscape, simplified treatment approaches to asthma and/or COPD, a review of inhaler technique, and a discussion on the use of spacers to improve therapy.
Learning Objectives
- Review the assessment and diagnosis of asthma/COPD and how to properly stage patients
- Discuss the management approach for asthma/COPD including various treatment options and their place in therapy
- Describe different inhaler types, proper inhaler technique, the different types of spacers, and when and how to use
Level: Intermediate
Speakers