Using an inhaler in one's own apartment is considered one of the effective methods of preventing and treating respiratory ailments, including dry and wet coughs, and asthma. The use of a nebulizer leads to relief of sputum production, cough softening and complete relief from the disease. Today we will learn what an inhaler for children is, how to use such a unit, as well as how to care for it and store this device.
Types of inhalers
There are 3 types of devices for respiratory therapy in babies: ultrasonic, compressor, electronic mesh units. How to use a compressor or ultrasonic inhaler and what are the differences in their operation? In fact, the process of inhaling the drug is the same: the solution is poured in, all the elements of the device are fixed, the unit is turned on and the person begins therapy. The difference is only in the form, noise level and price. An ultrasonic inhaler, for example, is more expensive than a compressoror electronic mesh, and during operation it practically does not emit any extraneous buzz (unlike the other listed units).
The principle of operation of all three devices is the same, so the question is: “How to use an ultrasonic inhaler, and how to – compressor device?” a bit misleading as the rules for the procedures are the same. Therefore, we will further consider the general principles and requirements for performing medical manipulations.
Preparing for the procedure: processing device parts
Most often, a compressor device is used at home, so below we will consider how to use an inhaler, a nebulizer of this type, to get an excellent effect. So, if the model of your unit is mains powered, then the kit usually includes the following spare parts:
- installation;
- mask (or mouthpiece);
- vessel (flask);
- hose.
Before using the nebulizer, you need to prepare the medicine prescribed by the doctor. It is advisable to heat the liquid medication to a temperature of 38-39 degrees so that the steam enters the human body in a warm form, and not in a cold one.
All spare parts must be processed before the procedure. To do this, it is enough to wipe them with a 3% solution of hydrogen peroxide and add 0.5% solution of any detergent to it. After that, it is important to rinse all the components abundantly under running water. The mouthpiece, the flask can be processed as follows: boil water, determine these elements there and boil inwithin 10 minutes. Then you need to thoroughly wipe all parts of the device with a clean soft cloth.
Assembling the device
Once all components of the inhaler are ready for use, they can be connected together and the treatment process can begin.
1. With clean, dry hands, the correct amount of the drug must be added to the reservoir before starting therapy. If you need to use foreign objects in order to inject the drug at the right dose (measuring spoon, pipette), then you need to make sure that these additional devices are sterile.
2. The desired atomizer is placed in the flask with the heated medicine and then the vessel is closed with a mouthpiece.
3. Using a special tube, the nebulizer is connected to the toggle switch.
4. The final step is plugging in the plug. If everything is done correctly, then after turning on the device, you can see a light mist that appears opposite the mouthpiece.
Now it has become more or less clear how to use the inhaler, but you need to take into account the features that can affect the success of the cure.
Important nuances on which the effectiveness of the procedure depends
Not everyone knows how to use an inhaler correctly. However, the effectiveness of the procedure depends on how correctly a person performs the process of inhaling the medicine. Therefore, now let's figure it out and find out to the end how to sit, breathe, hold the mouthpiece.
- Duration of one procedureshould be no more than 20 minutes.
- During inhalation, the person should relax and calm down.
- Breathing should be slow and deep so that the remedy fills the lungs well and reaches the deep sections of the bronchi.
- For the procedure, you need to sit comfortably and evenly on a chair.
- The mask should fit snugly against the skin for the process to be as effective as possible. If there are gaps, then you need to support the pad with your hand.
- When using a mouthpiece, place it between your teeth and close your lips tightly around it.
- It is forbidden to talk during the procedure.
- After the session, you need to rest for 10 minutes, and in winter you need to refrain from visiting the street for about an hour after the procedure.
Knowing the above rules, you can now easily answer the question: "How to use an inhaler so that the long-awaited healing comes as soon as possible?" After all, using the above tips, you can quickly and easily save your child from a strong cough.
Completion of inhalation
After the drug solution is used up or the prescribed 20 minutes have passed, the device must be turned off. To do this, turn the power switch to the "0" position, and then unplug the cord from the outlet.
After the end of each procedure, the remnants of the medication must be poured out, in no case should they be left for another time.
Storage, appliance repair
How to use the inhaler is now clear, but how to properly store and repair it - read about it below.
- Regularly it is necessary to check whether the filter of the device is dirty, if necessary, replace it (at least once a year).
- The nebulizer should be hidden from direct sunlight.
- The unit must be placed away from children so that they do not overturn it inadvertently.
- Don't let the nebulizer get dirty.
- It is forbidden to treat the device with aggressive solutions.
- If the inhaler needs repair, then it must be carried out in specialized organizations and in no case on your own.
Allowed Nebulizer Medications
Here we have already considered the features of how to use the inhaler, how to properly store and repair it. However, nothing has yet been said about drugs that can be used to perform respiratory therapy with a nebulizer.
It turns out that decoctions and infusions of herbs, essential oils should not be placed in the inhaler bowl, since they contain small particles that can clog sensitive parts of the device. Do not use oil solutions, dioxidine, corticosteroids in devices. And you should not pour crushed tablets into the bowl or pour all kinds of syrups.
But the following remedies have the greatest effect from treatment with an inhaler:
-immunomodulators;
- antiseptics;
- mucolytics;
- bronchodilators;
- saline solutions;
- mineral water "Borjomi" or "Narzan".
Now you know how to use a compressor, ultrasonic, electronic mesh inhaler. The trick is that the principle of operation of all three devices is the same, the differences are only in the features of the unit itself.
For an excellent result of treatment, it is necessary to follow and adhere to certain rules: this is a comfortable and correct posture for manipulations, the correct assembly of the nebulizer, the right medicine, high-quality processing of all details - all this together guarantees an immediate effect in the form of a speedy recovery.
