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Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, without indication for an inhaled corticosteroid (e.g., severe airflow obstruction, asthma, or recent exacerbation), who reported using albuterol via metered-dose inhaler were observed using a metered-dose inhaler, and their technique was compared with manufacturer’s recommendation. Performing a step incorrectly or out of sequence was documented as an error.
