Table 7.
Percentage of patients performing each step correctly.
| S.no. | Steps | Before intervention n (%) | After intervention n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| (1) | Remove cap from the mouth-piece of canister, hold upright | 15 (93.8) | 16 (100) |
| (2) | For the first use or using after more than 7 days, shake and release one puff into air | 11 (68.8) | 12 (75.0) |
| (3) | Stand or sit straight. Breathe out through the mouth | 12 (75.0) | 14 (87.5) |
| (4) | Place the mouth-piece between teeth and close lips without leaving any gap | 14 (87.5) | 16 (100.0) |
| (5) | Breath in and release one dose with simultaneously breathing in | 15 (93.8) | 15 (93.8) |
| (6) | Remove the inhaler and close the mouth immediately | 12 (75) | 16 (100.0) |
| (7) | Hold breath for 10 s or if possible | 4 (25) | 13 (81.3) |
| (8) | Wait for at least one minute before taking the second dose | 8 (50) | 4 (87.5) |
n indicates number of patients and values in the bracket indicate percentage.