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pMDI inhaler technique — GPhC CRA MCQ

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EasyPatient Counselling and Pharmaceutical CarepMDI inhaler techniqueGPhC CRA

A patient actuates a preventer inhaler then immediately exhales and says it does not work. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: A — Demonstrate slow inhalation with actuation and consider a spacer

This scenario assesses pMDI inhaler technique in a UK pharmacy practice context. Incorrect pMDI technique commonly causes poor medicine delivery and poor control. The best answer is Demonstrate slow inhalation with actuation and consider a spacer because it addresses the principal clinical, legal or safety issue before routine supply. The other options are less appropriate because they either miss the key risk, delay necessary review, or would not meet expected BNF, NICE, MEP, MHRA or GPhC practice standards.

Reference: NICE CKS; BNF