Table 2.

DPI – Turbuhaler inhalation technique score:

Step	Yes	No
1. Remove the cap*	1	0
2. Load the turbuhaler*	1	0
3. Hold inhaler upright, don't tip, and tilt head back slightly (2)	1	0.9
4. Breath out slowly (2)	1	0.9
5. Close lips tightly around mouthpiece of the inhaler	1	0.5
6. Inhale rapidly* (1),(2)	1, 0.75, 0.50, 0.25	0
7. Breath in to total lung capacity (2)	1, 0.75, 0.50, 0.25	0
8. Hold breath for at least 5 s(2)	1	0.9
Total score