THE National Asthma Council of
Australia has released an online
video designed to demonstrate to
children the correct usage of an
asthma inhaler and spacer.
The video features step by step
subtitled instructions alongside
footage of NACA asthma educator,
Judi Wicking overseeing a girl as
she uses her medication.
Although designed with kids in
mind, it is hoped that the video’s
release will help to re-educate the
estimated 90% of Australians who
do not use their inhalers correctly.
“Anyone who uses an inhaler
would benefit from reviewing how
they use it to ensure they are really
getting maximum impact from their
medication,” said Judi Wicking.
To view the video go to
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