Table 1.

Protective measures for nebulized treatment in home and hospital settings.^{10,46,60–64}

Home
Avoid nebulization in the presence of other people
Stringent nebulizer hygiene
Carry out nebulization near open windows/areas of increased air circulation
Hospital
Adherence to stringent sanitation guidance
Use of PPEa in the presence of infected patients
Use of negative-pressure rooms
Discard/disinfect PPEa after each use
Maintenance of least 6 ft from the patient whenever possible
Use of filters with nebulizers

^aPPE includes N95 respirators/face masks, eye protection, gowns, and gloves.

PPE, personal protective equipment.