What is the purpose of the end-inspiratory breath hold used in conjunction with aerosol delivery?
a. Prevents the patient from hyperventilating
b. Gives the aerosol more time to reach BTPS conditions
c. Allows better deposition through gravitational settling
d. Reduces inertial impaction
Question 2
Traditionally, what percentage of a given dose of aerosolized medication reaches the lower respiratory tract, regardless of the type of delivery device being used?
a. 5 to 10
b. 10 to 15
c. 20 to 30
d. 40 to 50
Delivery of medication to the lungs using a metereddose inhaler extender.
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