2. INTRODUCTION
Inhalation is the process of entry of air into the
alveoli through the airway from the external
environment.
Today, inhalation represents the route of choice for
the delivery of drugs to treat various respiratory
disorders.
With this therapy, drugs are delivered directly to
the site of action of the lungs for localized effect
at lower doses for getting a rapid response with
fewer adverse effects compared to systemic
administration of the same agent.
3. DEFINITION
Inhalation therapies are a group of respiratory
treatments designed to help restore or improve
breathing function in patients with a variety of
disease.
19. STEAM INHALATION
Deep breathing of warm and moist air(vapour)
into the lungs for local effect on the air passage or
for a systemic effect.
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21. PURPOSE-
To relieve inflammation and congestion of the
mucous membranes of respiratory tract and
paranasal sinuses.
To soften thick tenacious mucous
To prevent dryness of the mucous membrane
following tracheostomy.
To relieve spastic conditions of larynx and
bronchi.
To provide antiseptic action on the respiratory
tract.
22. INDICATIONS-
Sinusitis
Edema of larynx
Thick mucous in the chest
Whooping cough
Acute bronchitis
After tracheostomy
Spasm of mucous membrane of larynx
24. DRUGS USED
Eucalyptus 2 ml per 500 ml of boiling
water
Methyl salicylate few drops per 500ml of
boiling water
Menthol few crystals per 500 ml of
boiling water
25. ARTICLES
TRAY containing-
a. Towel
b. Nelson’s inhaler
c. Sputum cup with antiseptic solution
d. Inhaler mouthpiece
e. gauze piece
f. Cotton balls
g. Ounce glass
h. Face towel
i. Kidney tray
Cardiac table
Pillows
Medication if ordered
Boiling water (160 F)
26. PROCEDURE
Explain procedure
Screen the patient
Auscultate patients lung fields
Place him in a sitting position
Cover the patient with a blanket to avoid chills
or drought
Bring the prepared inhaler to bed side
Place the inhaler on the cardiac table
Instruct the patient to inhale by mouth &
exhale through the nose for 15-20 minutes
27. Keep a sputum cup & face towel near patient
Remove the inhaler, keep the patient in a
comfortable position & well covered for an
hour
Wash the mouth piece of the inhaler with a
swab & running water
Replace all the articles & record it.
28. POINTS TO REMEMBER
Avoid spilling & prevent scalding the
patient
Never leave babies or a helpless patient
along with inhaler
Check the inhaler & mouth piece for
cracks & leakages before use
Give treatment regularly as ordered
29. NEBULIZATION
Means of administering drugs by inhalation.
The equalizer breaks the solution to be inhaled into
fine droplets which are then suspended in a steam
of gas and the patient actively inhales this gas
steam containing the drug.
40. PURPOSE
Delivery of bronchodilators in patients with acute
asthma attack and dyspnoea.
Administration of antibiotics and antifungal
agents.
To aid in expectoration
Local analgesia to relieve dyspnoea in terminally
ill pts.
44. Ultrazonic nebulizer is a humidifier using high
frequency electricity to power a transducer and
divides water up into 0.5-3 mcm particles in its
nebulizing chamber used in inhalation therapy
The use of this ultrazonic nebulizer benefits the
user because the medicated water mist can be
deposited deep inside the respiratory tract,which
achieves more effective treatment of asthma and
other respiratory ailments
45. ARTICLES
Air compressor
Connecting tube
Nebulizer
Medication and saline solution
Sterile water
Cotton balls
Sputum cup with disinfectant
Kidney tray
46. PROCEDURE
Identify the patient
Monitor heart rate before & after the treatment
for patients using bronchodilator drugs
Explain procedure to the patient
Place the patient in semi fowlers position
Add the prescribed medication or saline or sterile
water to the nebulizer
Place mask on patients face to cover his mouth &
nose & instruct him to inhale deeply & slowly
through mouth , hold breath & then exhale
several times
47. Continue…………..
Observe expansion of chest to ascertain that
patient is taking deep breaths
Instruct the patient to breathe slowly & deeply
until all the medication is nebulized
On completion of the treatment encourage the
patient to cough after several deep breaths and for
facilitating cough chest physiotherapy can be
done
Observe patient for any adverse reactions
48. Continue….
Record medication used and descriptios of
secretions expectorated
Disassemble and clear nebulizer after each
use,keep the equipment in patients room.the
tubing is changed every 24 hours
Wash hands
Special consideration ; if indicated provide
nebulization using oxygen source
49. Care And Maintenance Of Nebulizer
Nebulizer should be cleaned using warm water .
Soak the device mouthpiece or mask in warm
soapy water for minimum 5 mins.
Rinse thoroughly (using boiled then cooled
water)and allow parts to dry
Should be done atleast once daily
Nebulizer must be replaced every 6 months to
ensure optimum functioning and decrease
chances of colonization.
50. METERED – DOSE INHALERS
Definition : Process by which the
patient inhales a specific or
premeasured dose of aerosol
medication by means of an inhaler
51. A liquid propellant
A metering valve that
dispenses a constant
volume of a solution
in the propellant
Dose of inhalation
will involve > 1 puff
The length of time
between inhalation is
15 -20 seconds
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53. PURPOSES
To relieve inflammation and congestion
of mucous membrane
To improve clearance of pulmonary
secretions
To act as a bronchodilator and mucolytic
agent
55. PROCEDURE
Identify the patient
Assess the patients ability to hold and
manipulate inhaler
Instruct the patient to be in a
comfortable environment by sitting in
a chair
Explain to the patient & demonstrate to
the patient how to use this
56. Remove cap & hold inhaler upright, grasping
it with thumb and first two fingers
Shake inhaler
Tilt head back slightly and breath out
Position inhaler.
hold the inhaler .5-1 inch / attach spacer to
mouthpiece of inhaler /place the mouthpiece
or spacer in mouth
57. Continue………..
Press down on inhaler to release medication
while inhaling slowly
Breath in slowly for 2-3 seconds
Hold breath for approximately for 10 seconds
Repeat puffs as ordered, waiting 1 minute
between puffs
58. Procedure continues………
If two inhaled medications are prescribed wait 5-
10minutes between inhalations as ordered by
physician
Explain patient may feel gagging sensation in
throat caused by droplets of medication on
pharynx or tongue
Instruct patient in removing medication canister
and cleaning inhaler in warm water
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62. Cleansing and maintenance
It is essential to keep plastic mouthpiece clean to
ensure proper functioning of inhaler. Clean the
inhaler at least once in a week as follows-
1. Gently pull the metal canister out of the plastic body
of the inhaler. Remove the mouthpiece cover.
2. Immerse the plastic body and the mouthpiece cover
in warm water. Do not put the metal cannister in the
water.
3. Next, wash the plastic body and mouthpiece cover in
running tape water.
4. Shake well to remove excess water. Leave to dry.
Avoid the use of heat to dry the parts.
5. When the plastic body is dry replace the canister an
the mouthpiece cover correctly.
63. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
Gargle with plain water after steroid
inhalations to reduce chances of
infections
Do not put inhaler in water.
The metal cannister is pressurized so
do not puncture or burn it even when
empty.
Keep away from eyes.
Keep away from children.
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65. DRY POWDER INHALER
No propellant
Breath activated and patient coordination is not
an important issue
The drug is formulated in a filler and contained in
a capsule that is placed in the device and
punctured to release the powder