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Respiratory · Aerosol Therapy

Small-Volume Nebulizer

Converts liquid medication into a fine inhalable mist.

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AI overview

A small-volume nebulizer uses pressurized oxygen or air to aerosolize bronchodilators and other inhaled medications for direct lung delivery.

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Common uses

  • Albuterol for bronchospasm
  • Ipratropium for COPD
  • Hypertonic saline for sputum induction

Safety notes

  • Monitor for tachycardia and tremor with beta-agonists
  • Single-patient device — replace per facility policy

Setup instructions

  1. 1
    Add prescribed medication to nebulizer cup (typically 3 mL total volume)
  2. 2
    Connect to oxygen flowmeter at 6–8 L/min
  3. 3
    Attach mouthpiece or mask; sit patient upright
  4. 4
    Treat until medication chamber is empty (~10 minutes)

Troubleshooting

  • No mist produced

    Verify flow rate; check tubing connections; replace neb cup.

  • Treatment too long (>15 min)

    Increase flow to 8 L/min; ensure cup is upright.

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