🧵on basic #inhaler technique b/c we can all do better educating our #copd #asthma patients 🫁

Studies show inhaler error is common & many pts aren’t taught how to use their inhalers properly

↑💊 ≠ always the answer

#MedTwitter #MedStudentTwitter #Tweetorial
1/ Step 1: Actually ask how they use their inhaler😅

With so many types, it’s not surprising pts & providers get confused 😵‍💫

Esp in clinic, ⏰ is tight. But only takes a min to explain

Also pharmacists/RTs are amazing! I <3 using them when able

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Hey 👋 #MedStudentTwitter. Fancy for some quick ABG practice you’ll see commonly in the MICU? 😊🧵#MedEd #MedTwitter

80F with unknown history presents to ED after being found down 😵. ABG admission:

1/ Before we start, do you remember your normal ABG values? It’s easy. Just remember the “rule of 4 🍀”

pH: 7.40
pCO2: 40
HCO3: 24

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