Tutorial Terapi Inhalasi

Summary

Dr. Ali Assegaf, a pulmonologist from the University of Lambung Mangkurat, Banjarmasin, explains inhalation therapy in this video. Inhalation therapy delivers medication directly to the airways, offering fast action, smaller doses, and minimal side effects. He covers various types of inhalers, such as Metered Dose Inhalers (MDI), Diskus, Turbuhaler, and Soft Mist Inhalers, describing their use and how they deliver medication. Dr. Assegaf emphasizes correct usage techniques for each device to ensure proper medication delivery and effective treatment for respiratory conditions.

Takeaways

• 😀 Inhalation therapy delivers medication directly to the airways, making it a fast and effective treatment.
• 😀 One of the main advantages of inhalation therapy is that it requires a smaller dose compared to other forms of medication.
• 😀 Inhalation therapy has minimal side effects because the medication targets the airways directly, unlike oral or injectable medications.
• 😀 Different types of inhalers are available, including Metered-Dose Inhalers (MDI), Discus, Turbuhaler, and others, each with its specific mechanism.
• 😀 MDI inhalers deliver a measured dose of medication with a single press, and users should ensure the inhaler is positioned correctly to receive the medication.
• 😀 The Swinghaler is a device that releases powder and requires the user to inhale the medication through the mouth. The dosage is typically indicated by a numerical count on the device.
• 😀 The Discus inhaler requires the user to rotate it and pull back a lever, which activates the medication. It releases powdered medication for inhalation.
• 😀 The Turbuhaler is another type of inhaler that delivers bronchodilators and steroids. It requires users to rotate and click it before inhalation.
• 😀 The Breeseller and HandiHaler inhalers use capsules containing medication, which must be inserted into the device. The medication is then inhaled after puncturing the capsule.
• 😀 Soft Mist inhalers release a fine mist of medication, which is inhaled after pressing the device. These inhalers provide a smooth delivery of medication without the sensation of powder or vapor.

Q & A

What is inhalation therapy and how does it work?

Inhalation therapy involves delivering medication directly into the respiratory system via inhalers, which ensures fast action, small doses, and minimal side effects compared to other methods like oral medication or injections.

What are the key advantages of inhalation therapy?

The main advantages of inhalation therapy are its quick action, small dosage, and minimal side effects, as the medication directly targets the airways and lungs.

What types of inhalers were mentioned in the script?

The inhalers mentioned include MDIs (Metered Dose Inhalers), Discus, Swinghaler, Turbuhaler, Soft Mist, and Hendi Heller.

How is a Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) used?

The MDI should be held upright, shaken well before use, placed in the mouth, and then pressed to release the medication. The patient should inhale deeply without removing the inhaler from the mouth to ensure the correct dose is absorbed.

What is the purpose of testing inhalation strength before using a Discus inhaler?

The inhalation strength test is used to ensure that the patient is capable of inhaling deeply enough to effectively use the Discus inhaler, which dispenses a fine powder.

How do you use a Discus inhaler?

To use a Discus inhaler, first ensure the patient can inhale properly. Then, rotate the device to activate the medication, inhale deeply 3-4 times, and close the device. The number on the inhaler indicates how many doses remain.

What is a common mistake when using a Discus inhaler?

A common mistake is to open the Discus inhaler unnecessarily, as this can cause the number on the device to decrease, even if the medication is not used.

What is the function of the Turbuhaler inhaler?

The Turbuhaler delivers a combination of bronchodilators and steroids. It requires the patient to rotate the device, inhale deeply, and then repeat the process multiple times to ensure the medication is properly absorbed.

How is a Soft Mist inhaler different from other inhalers?

A Soft Mist inhaler releases a fine mist of medication that can be inhaled. It involves turning the device, opening it, and inhaling the mist. Unlike MDIs, it does not require pressing for the mist to be released.

How are capsule-based inhalers like the Berodual and HandiHaler used?

For capsule-based inhalers, the capsule is placed into the device, punctured by pressing the device, and then the patient inhales the medication. The capsules are typically used one per day, and the device is cleaned after use.