Childhood Asthma Overcoming the Challenges!

28 “Apart from these, he will also be prescribed and taught how to take his medication (blue and orange inhaler) with a spacer. A spacer is a plastic container that will allow Sameer to take the medication with ease and no significant side effects. Encourage Sameer to take his medicines, by himself, with your support of course, as early as possible. Then, it will become part of his daily routine, which he can continue through his teenage years into adulthood.” “Thanks, doc, for all the information. I feel confident about taking care of Sameer now,” said Mrs. Priya. She was ready to go with the plan and asked, “So what do I do now?” After seeing the confidence in Mrs. Priya’s eyes, I handed an asthma treatment plan, advised her to read it, and asked her to take the medications from the pharmacy and come back to learn the technique from our medical support staff. I emphasized on both technique and compliance before the next visit. SPACER INHALER

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