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How to use a MDI with/without chamber 
Teaching patients how to use an MDI
Evaluate participant's ability to use a Metered Dose Inhaler, with and without a valved-holding chamber or spacer
Rubric Code: QX52XC6
By tracihardin
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Subject: Medical  
Type: Presentation  
Grade Levels: 9-12, Graduate

Powered by iRubric Teaching how to use an MDI
Teaches a patient how to properly use a metered dose inhaler with and without a spacer
  Good

Information complete and correct

3 pts

Fair

Information given is partially correct or incomplete.

2 pts

Needs additional training

Information given is incorrect or incomplete

1 pts

COMMENTS

(N/A)

Prepare inhaler

-check dose counter if possible
-shake inhaler well immediately before use
-pull off cap and hold upright
-prime inhaler with first use or if not used for time
-sit straight or stand up
Good

Shows how to do all the steps AND All information is correct and complete
Fair

Shows how to do all of the steps BUT Information given is partially correct or incomplete.
Needs additional training

Does NOT show how to do all steps or gives incorrect information
COMMENTS
Inhale medication

-breathe out slowly through the mouth, expelling all air
-place lips around mouthpiece make tight seal
-start to breathe in slowly and at same time press the inhaler
- take a slow deep breath
-hold your breath for as long as you can, up to 10 sec
-exhale slowly through nose or mouth
- wait one min between puffs
-rinse mouth after inhaler if steroid use
Good

Shows how to do all the steps AND All information is correct and complete
Fair

Shows how to do all of the steps BUT Information given is partially correct or incomplete.
Needs additional training

Does NOT show how to do all of the steps OR information given is incorrect
COMMENTS
OPTIONAL:Cleaning your MDI & spacer

- clean mouthpiece regularly (weekly), especially if medicine residue is seen inside
-remove metal canister
- wash mouthpiece and cap in warm water
- let air dry completely
-never immerse canister into water
Good

Shows how to do all the steps AND All information is correct and complete
Fair

Shows how to do all of the steps BUT Information given is partially correct or incomplete.
Needs additional training

Does NOT show how to do all of the steps OR information given is incorrect
COMMENTS
Knowing when to replace MDI

-canister may be empty but still create "spray" contain propellant
- if no counter, write date of first use and keep track of each use after
Good

Shows how to do all the steps AND All information is correct and complete
Fair

Shows how to do all of the steps BUT Information given is partially correct or incomplete.
Needs additional training

Does NOT show how to do all of the steps OR information given is incorrect
COMMENTS
with chamber/spacer

-as above only insert inhaler into rubber end of spacer
-shake, breathe out mouth as above
- depress inhaler breathe in slowly
-hold breath as long as can
-if chamber with mask is used:
- make sure tight seal around mask and face
-spray one puff in chamber
-if trouble holding breath, take 5-6 breaths with mask in place
Good

Shows how to do all the steps AND All information is correct and complete
Fair

Shows how to do all of the steps BUT Information given is partially correct or incomplete.
Needs additional training

Does NOT show how to do all of the steps OR information given is incorrect
COMMENTS
Purpose of using chamber/spacer

Purpose of using
- assist in coordinating breathing to allow more med to get deeper into lungs
-reduce side effects by allowing less medicine to be absorbed into bloodstream
Good

Able to answer questions correctly, completely
Fair

Able to answer questions but are not able to give complete answers
Needs additional training

Unable to answer questions correctly
COMMENTS
Attitude

Good

Shows confidence when showing proper steps and answering questions.
Fair

Shows some hesitation in confidence when showing proper steps and answering questions.
Needs additional training

Shows Lack of confidence when attempting to show proper steps and answering questions
COMMENTS
Score

Good
Fair
Needs additional training
COMMENTS



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  • asthma, teaching, inhalers,

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