Observational studyInternational journal of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease2016
Influence of inhaler technique on asthma and COPD control: a multicenter experience.
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- Effect of pharmacist-led inhaler technique assessment service on readmissions in hospitalized COPD patients: a randomized, controlled pilot study.BMC pulmonary medicine · 2022Trial
- Lay Health Coaching to Increase Appropriate Inhaler Use in COPD: A Randomized Controlled Trial.Annals of family medicine · 2020Trial
- Demographic and Asthma-Related Characteristics of Asthmatics Using Pressurized Metered Dose Inhalers and Dry Powder Inhalers.Journal of aerosol medicine and pulmonary drug delivery · 2024Article
- Pulmonologist Education of the Teach-to-Goal Inhaler Technique for Those With Asthma and COPD.Respiratory care · 2024Article
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- Recalibrating Perceptions and Attitudes Toward Nebulizers versus Inhalers for Maintenance Therapy in COPD: Past as Prologue.International journal of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease · 2024Review
- Reliability and validity test and application of the Chinese version of the Feeling of Satisfaction with Inhaler.Zhong nan da xue xue bao. Yi xue ban = Journal of Central South University. Medical sciences · 2023Article
- Understanding the feasibility and environmental effectiveness of a pilot postal inhaler recovery and recycling scheme.NPJ primary care respiratory medicine · 2023Article
- Asthma control in Kazakhstan: need for urgent action.BMC pulmonary medicine · 2023Article
- Prevalence and Characteristics of Self-Reported Adult Asthma in Cyprus: A Population-Based Observational Study.Journal of asthma and allergy · 2023Article
- Predicting the Risk of Incorrect Inhalation Technique in Patients with Chronic Airway Diseases by a New Predictive Nomogram.Journal of asthma and allergy · 2023Article
- Shared Decision-Making Facilitates Inhaler Choice in Patients with Newly-Diagnosed Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Multicenter Prospective Study.International journal of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease · 2022Article
- Self-Reported Overall Adherence and Correct Inhalation Technique Discordance in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Population.Frontiers in pharmacology · 2022Article
- Characteristics of Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Treated with Long-Acting Bronchodilators in a Real-World Setting in Singapore: A Single-Center Observational Study.International journal of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease · 2022Observational
- Respiratory Therapists in an ICU Recovery Clinic: Two Institutional Experiences and Review of the Literature.Respiratory care · 2021Review
- Impact of PIF, Inhalation Technique and Medication Adherence on Health Status and Exacerbations in COPD: Protocol of a Real-World Observational Study (PIFotal COPD Study).Pulmonary therapy · 2021Article
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- The Effects of Simultaneous Pulmonary Rehabilitation during Thoracic Radiotherapy in the Treatment of Malignant Diseases.Tuberculosis and respiratory diseases · 2021Article
- CONQUEST Quality Standards: For the Collaboration on Quality Improvement Initiative for Achieving Excellence in Standards of COPD Care.International journal of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease · 2021Article
- Rapid and Deep versus Normal Breathing in Salbutamol Inhalation Effectiveness; a Letter to Editor.Archives of academic emergency medicine · 2021Article
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Abstract
backgroundThe successful management of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) mostly depends on adherence to inhalation drug therapy, the usage of which is commonly associated with many difficulties in real life. Improvement of patients' adherence to inhalation technique could lead to a better outcome in the treatment of asthma and COPD.
objectiveThe aim of this study was to assess the utility of inhalation technique in clinical and functional control of asthma and COPD during a 3-month follow-up.
methodsA total of 312 patients with asthma or COPD who used dry powder Turbuhaler were enrolled in this observational study. During three visits (once a month), training in seven-step inhalation technique was given and it was practically demonstrated. Correctness of patients' usage of inhaler was assessed in three visits by scoring each of the seven steps during administration of inhaler dose. Assessment of disease control was done at each visit and evaluated as: fully controlled, partially controlled, or uncontrolled. Patients' subjective perception of the simplicity of inhalation technique, disease control, and quality of life were assessed by using specially designed questionnaires.
resultsSignificant improvement in inhalation technique was achieved after the third visit compared to the first one, as measured by the seven-step inhaler usage score (5.94 and 6.82, respectively;
conclusionAdherence to inhalation therapy is one of the key factors of successful respiratory disease treatment. Therefore, health care professionals should insist on educational programs aimed at improving patients' inhalation technique with different devices, resulting in better long-term disease control and improved quality of life.
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