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Inhaler technique counselling — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient says their salbutamol pMDI does not help quickly and demonstrates inhaling before pressing the canister. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: B — Correct coordination technique and consider a spacer

Poor pMDI coordination reduces lung deposition and symptom relief. Technique coaching and a spacer can improve delivery. In this scenario, the correct option is correct coordination technique and consider a spacer. The other options are plausible but do not address the key clinical, legal or safety issue as directly. This aligns with UK pharmacy practice guidance cited in the reference field.

Reference: NICE CKS; BNF