Preparation Before Use
1. Read the Instruction Manual: Before first use, carefully read the instruction manual to understand the operating procedures and precautions.
2. Check the Equipment: Confirm that the nebulizer is intact. If there is any damage or malfunction, stop using it immediately.
3. Cleaning and Preparation: Clean your face and mouth before nebulization. Avoid applying oily creams to reduce drug absorption. Avoid eating for one hour before nebulization to prevent nausea or vomiting.
Nebulization Operation Steps
1. Prepare the Medication Solution: Add the medication (such as saline or corticosteroids) to the nebulizer cup as advised by your doctor. The solution volume should not exceed the maximum mark.
2. Connect the Equipment: Connect the nebulizer cup to the air delivery tube, mask, or mouthpiece, ensuring a tight seal without leaks.
Start Nebulization:
1. Keep the nebulizer cup upright. Hold the mouthpiece (or mask) in your mouth and breathe deeply using the "inhale through mouth, exhale through nose" method.
2. For first-time users, it is recommended to start with a low setting (e.g., level 1) and gradually increase the setting as needed.
3. Control the time: Nebulization time is generally 10-15 minutes, and should not exceed 20 minutes to avoid excessive humidification of the respiratory tract.
Post-use maintenance
1. Prompt cleaning: Immediately after nebulization, rinse the nebulizer cup, mask, and other components with running water to avoid medication residue.
2. Disinfection methods: Boiling disinfection: Immerse the components in boiling water for 5-10 minutes.
Chemical disinfection: Soak in a 1:500 chlorine-containing disinfectant for 30 minutes, or wipe with 75% alcohol.
Regular inspection: Regularly check whether the equipment is working properly. Contact a professional for repair if there is a malfunction.
Special considerations for special populations
1. Children/elderly: It is recommended to use a mask. Parents should accompany the child throughout the process and can distract them with cartoons.
2. Those with breathing difficulties: A semi-recumbent position can be adopted to reduce discomfort.
