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Table 5 Participant inhaler-use technique score

From: Structured pharmaceutical care improves the health-related quality of life of patients with asthma

 

Inhaler-use Technique Score (7-point scale)

Inhaler Type

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Percentage with Adequate Technique

Mean Score (SD)

DPIa (n = 66)

0

2

10

23

16

9

8

12.12

4.66(1.3)

MDIb (n = 63)

0

4

3

13

19

13

12

17.46

5.03(1.43)

  1. a PDI dry powder inhaler, b MDI metered dose inhaler