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A patient using a Diskus reports not feeling the medication after inhalation, even though they followed the steps. What could be a likely cause?
A patient using a Diskus reports not feeling the medication after inhalation, even though they followed the steps. What could be a likely cause?
- The Diskus is defective and not releasing any medication.
- The patient exhaled forcefully immediately after inhalation.
- The patient did not create a tight seal around the mouthpiece. (correct)
- The taste of the medication is always felt if the inhalation was correct.
Why is it important to keep the Diskus level during both priming and inhalation?
Why is it important to keep the Diskus level during both priming and inhalation?
- To maintain a secure grip on the device.
- To prevent medication from spilling out of the device. (correct)
- To ensure the dose counter functions accurately.
- To allow the lever to slide smoothly.
A patient has difficulty coordinating the Diskus priming steps. Which instruction should be emphasized to simplify the priming process?
A patient has difficulty coordinating the Diskus priming steps. Which instruction should be emphasized to simplify the priming process?
- Always check the dose counter before each use.
- Exhale away from the Diskus before priming it.
- Hold the Diskus horizontally with the mouthpiece facing upwards.
- Push the thumb grip away until it clicks, then slide the lever away until it clicks. (correct)
A patient accidentally exhales into the Diskus after using it. What is the most appropriate course of action?
A patient accidentally exhales into the Diskus after using it. What is the most appropriate course of action?
A patient notices the dose counter on their Diskus is showing red numbers. What does this indicate?
A patient notices the dose counter on their Diskus is showing red numbers. What does this indicate?
Flashcards
What is a Diskus?
What is a Diskus?
A device that delivers dry powder medicine directly to the lungs.
How to prime a Diskus?
How to prime a Diskus?
Push the thumb grip away until it clicks, then slide the lever away until it clicks. The dose counter will decrease by one.
How to inhale using a Diskus?
How to inhale using a Diskus?
Create a tight seal around the mouthpiece and inhale rapidly and deeply, hold breath for 10 seconds, and exhale normally.
What do the red numbers indicate on the dose counter?
What do the red numbers indicate on the dose counter?
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Closing the Diskus
Closing the Diskus
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Study Notes
- The Diskus delivers dry powder medicine to the lungs
- Deep and quick inhalation is essential for effective medicine delivery
- Hold the Diskus flat, like holding a hamburger
- Place your free thumb in the groove
Priming the Diskus
- Push your thumb away until it clicks
- This uncovers the mouthpiece
- Slide the lever away until it clicks
- The counter decreases by one, indicating readiness
Important Usage Notes
- Keep the Diskus level to prevent medicine loss
- If tipped or dropped, reload the medicine
- Exhale away from the Diskus to avoid moisture contamination
- If you blow into the Diskus, reload the medicine.
Inhalation Procedure
- Create a tight seal around mouthpiece with your lips
- Inhale rapidly and deeply to fill lungs
- Remove the Diskus, hold breath for 10 seconds, then exhale normally
- Taste of medicine may or may not be present
Closing and Maintenance
- Slide the thumb grip back until it clicks to close
- Brush teeth after treatment
- Avoid moisture exposure to the Diskus
Dose Monitoring
- The dose counter indicates remaining doses
- Red numbers indicate five doses remaining
- Obtain a new Diskus when prompted
- Discard when the counter reaches zero
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