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Effectiveness of Various Methods of Teaching Proper Inhaler Technique
Samantha Axtell1, Seena Haines1, Jamie Fairclough1
11 Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy, Palm Beach Atlantic University, West Palm Beach, FL, USA.
Journal of Pharmacy Practice
|February 26, 2016
Summary
Pharmacist counseling significantly improves inhaler technique compared to reading pamphlets or watching videos. Direct instruction ensures proper use, reducing complications from incorrect metered dose inhaler (MDI) application.
Area of Science:
- Respiratory medicine
- Patient education
- Clinical pharmacy
Background:
- Proper inhaler technique is crucial for effective medication delivery.
- Many patients struggle with correct inhaler use, leading to suboptimal treatment outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the effectiveness of four different instructional methods for training proper inhaler technique.
- To identify the most effective intervention for improving patient competency in using metered dose inhalers (MDIs).
Main Methods:
- A randomized trial involving 72 inhaler-naive adult volunteers.
- Interventions included reading a package insert, watching a CDC video, watching a YouTube video, or receiving direct pharmacist instruction.
- Competency was assessed by the completion of 7 critical steps for MDI use.
Main Results:
- Only 29.2% of subjects demonstrated correct inhaler technique.
- Direct instruction by a pharmacist was significantly more effective than all other interventions (P < .0001).
- No significant difference was found between reading, CDC video, and YouTube video interventions.
Conclusions:
- A brief 2-minute pharmacist counseling session is highly effective for patient education on inhaler technique.
- Pharmacists are vital in improving inhaler use and mitigating negative health consequences.
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