Done by : Salwa Maghrabi Clinical Instructor

 Definition of nebulizer.  Purposes.  Equipments.  The Procedure.

 Define the nebulizer.  Apply the nebulizer treatment to the patient.

 is a device used to administer medication to people in the form of a moist inhaled into the lungs.

1. Relieve bronchospasm and dyspnea. 2. Dissolve secretion on the chest.

 Age- appropriate earosal delivery device that include:  Generator.  Power source.  Interface ( mouthpieces, face mask )  Disposable gloves and protective mask.  Flow meter if oxygen order.  Ordered medication and prescribed isotonic diluents.

1. Wash hand. 2. Gather equipments. 3. Put on disposable gloves and a protective mask. 4. Fill the nebulizer chamber using a syringe with medication. 5. Position the child and place the interface.

1. Turn on the compressor and use for the prescribed a mount of time. 2. Carefully monitor the child’s vital signs for adverse signs of reaction. 3. When finished the treatment, remove the mask from the child and turn of the compressor. 4. Assist the child to rinse the mouth with water.

5. Return child to safe position in bed, with side rails up. 6. Remove used equipments. 7. Wash hand. 8. Write documentation accurately.