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Spacer care — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A child with asthma is supplied a spacer for use with a salbutamol pressurised metered-dose inhaler. The parent asks how to clean it. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: C — Wash with mild detergent and allow it to air dry

Spacers should be cleaned according to manufacturer instructions, commonly with mild detergent and left to air dry to reduce static. Towel drying can increase static and reduce drug delivery. Boiling may damage the device unless specifically permitted by the manufacturer. Sharing devices is not appropriate infection-control practice.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS