Questions?
What should I do if the person I care for has trouble activating or pushing on an MDI canister?
The person’s hands might be too weak to push down on the canister. If the person has trouble breathing in while activating the canister, a spacer device can be helpful.
What should we do if the person I care for has a bad taste in their mouth after taking a medicine?
Have the person rinse their mouth out with a glass of warm water. It is common for inhaled medicines to leave an unpleasant taste in the mouth.
How can I help prevent an asthma attack?
There is no one way to prevent all asthma attacks. The best way for a person to control their asthma is to take all prescribed medicines regularly and on time. Also, the person should avoid being around any allergen triggers (such as smoke or pets).
What is a Peak Flow Meter used for?
A peak flow meter is a portable, handheld device for measuring how fast air moves out of a person’s lungs. Measuring the peak flow is often recommended by the doctor for managing the person’s asthma symptoms and preventing an asthma attack.