“Albuterol nebulizer: What they do, uses, side effects, and more - Medical News Today” plus 2 more
“Albuterol nebulizer: What they do, uses, side effects, and more - Medical News Today” plus 2 more |
- Albuterol nebulizer: What they do, uses, side effects, and more - Medical News Today
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| Albuterol nebulizer: What they do, uses, side effects, and more - Medical News Today Posted: 24 May 2021 10:20 AM PDT  An albuterol nebulizer relieves muscle tightening in the airways to help a person breathe more easily. The nebulizer turns liquid medicine into a mist, helping it reach the lungs faster. Generally, nebulizers are a good way for people to give medicine to children, as all they have to do is sit and breathe through a mask. However, albuterol is not suitable for everyone. Read on to learn more about how albuterol nebulizers work, conditions they may help with, and how to use them. Albuterol is a type of bronchodilator drug. It works by dilating the airways, making it easier to breathe for people who experience bronchospasm, or tightening of the airways. Albuterol sulfate (AccuNeb) is a liquid form of this medication. A nebulizer is a machine that turns liquid medicine into a fine mist. A person breathes this mist through a mouthpiece or face mask. These devices can make it easier to administer medications to a child. However, some younger children may find wearing a mask distressing, causing them to cry. This will make the nebulizer less effective. Nebulizers come in different shapes and sizes, with some bulkier than others. Some are battery powered and others come with a power cord. People may notice some nebulizers are noisier than others. Before anyone uses albuterol with a nebulizer for the first time, a doctor will show them how to put the nebulizer together and how to add the medication. Nebulizers can vary in design, so even if someone has used one before, it is important that they follow the instructions. A person can follow these steps when using albuterol with a nebulizer:
Once a person uses a nebulizer a few times, they may not need to rely on the instructions as much. A person should be sure to take care of the nebulizer and ensure it is clean to keep it working efficiently and stop the growth of harmful bacteria. An albuterol nebulizer relaxes the airways in people who have asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is effective at treating symptoms such as:
It is important to note that while albuterol can provide symptom relief, it does not cure any health conditions. Adults and children who are older than 2 years old can use an albuterol nebulizer. A doctor will determine how much albuterol a person needs and how often they should use the medication. If a person is pregnant or nursing, they should make their doctor aware of this before taking albuterol. If anyone learns they are pregnant while using an albuterol nebulizer, they also should tell their doctor as soon as they can. People can still use albuterol while pregnant, but as there are no high-quality studies on its safety during pregnancy, people will need to discuss the risks and benefits with a doctor. Who should not use an albuterol nebulizer?Albuterol may not be suitable for some people. Before using albuterol with a nebulizer, a person should make their doctor aware of any underlying health conditions to ensure this medication does not interact with them. It is especially important to notify a doctor about: If a person could have one of these conditions, they should ask a doctor to perform diagnostic tests to rule them out. Albuterol nebulizers can interact with other medications. A person should tell their doctor if they are taking other medications before they start albuterol, including: It is also important that a person tell their doctor if they have recently stopped taking MAOIs or tricyclics in the past 2 weeks. Using albuterol at the same time as these drugs may cause serious drug interactions. People should not use the nebulizer a doctor has prescribed to inhale any other type of drug. If a person takes any supplements, such as vitamins or herbal remedies, they should also discuss these with their doctor before trying albuterol. In some cases, albuterol can cause side effects. The most common side effects are:
If these side effects occur and do not get better, or they become disruptive, talk with a doctor as soon as possible about ways to manage or avoid them. Occasionally, albuterol may cause breathing difficulties to get worse. If this occurs, call 911 or visit an emergency room immediately. A person should also get emergency help if they experience the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction after using albuterol:
A person should not use an albuterol nebulizer to treat a child who has croup. Albuterol is not effective at reducing voice box swelling. Treatments a doctor can offer for croup may include:
A person cannot develop an addiction to albuterol. However, people may feel dependent on albuterol if their symptoms are severe. If this is the case, people should speak with a doctor about how to better control their symptoms. Some people need more than one type of medication to control asthma. Inhaling too much albuterol can cause:
If someone has taken too much albuterol or experiences these symptoms after using it, they should call 911 or go straight to the emergency room. People should speak with a doctor if they have any concerns or questions about using an albuterol nebulizer. People should also contact a doctor as soon as possible if:
Call 911 or the number of the nearest emergency department if:
Albuterol sulfate is a bronchodilator that expands the airways, allowing a person to breathe. Albuterol nebulizers allow people to inhale the medication as a mist. The medication can help manage the symptoms of conditions such as asthma and COPD. Albuterol is not an addictive medication, but people may feel dependent on their nebulizer if their symptoms are not well controlled. Always speak with a doctor before adjusting the dosage of albuterol. |
| She couldn’t breathe: Child dies from asthma attack at Renton medical... - Bellevue Reporter Posted: 24 May 2021 03:40 PM PDT Kaloni Bolton, 12, suffered a severe asthma attack and died waiting for care at a busy medical clinic — and now her family wants answers. On Dec. 29, 2020, Kaloni called her mother, Kristina Williams, and told her that she was having a hard time breathing — a symptom of an asthma attack, which was not uncommon for Kaloni. Williams was not with Kaloni and was unable to take her to receive medical attention. Kaloni's 24-year-old sister took her to Renton Family Urgent Care. Kaloni and her sister arrived at the Renton Family Urgent Care clinic and told staff that she was experiencing distressed breathing consistent with an asthma attack. The staff told Kaloni's older sister that they did not have a respiratory specialist and turned Kaloni away before referring her to North Benson Urgent Care. Upon arriving at North Benson Urgent Care and checking in with staff, Kaloni and her sister were told to wait in their car before their turn to receive attention from a health care provider. They waited in the car for a half-hour without receiving attention. Kaloni's older sister contacted Williams out of concern to explain the situation. Williams was confused, as Kaloni had been a patient at the clinic for over 10 years. Williams said typically, during one of Kaloni's asthma attacks, she would be given an Albuterol nebulizer, a common treatment for asthma symptoms. According to Williams, over an hour had gone by before any health care providers attended to or even checked on Kaloni. "No one came out," she said. Meanwhile, Kaloni's breathing difficulties grew worse. Kaloni used her sister's phone to call her mother. Williams said her daughter sounded highly distressed as Kaloni told her mother she couldn't breathe and she "had no air." At this point, Williams was on her way to the clinic. Panicked by Kaloni's escalating symptoms, her older sister took her into the waiting room and pleaded to the staff for help. Kaloni became highly distressed as she struggled to breathe. A staff member brought out an oxygen tank for Kaloni, something that Williams said was not a typical treatment for an asthma attack in her experience with Kaloni's asthma. The oxygen tank was not initially working for Kaloni as she continued to struggle for air. Eventually, Kaloni turned pale and lost consciousness in the waiting room lobby. Kaloni's sister pleaded for someone to check Kaloni's pulse as she lay unconscious in the lobby. She then called different family members to explain the worrisome situation. Eventually, a doctor came in to give Kaloni CPR before an ambulance was called. Williams said she and Kaloni's father arrived at the clinic as Kaloni was being taken away on a stretcher. She was unresponsive. Kaloni later passed away at Valley Medical Center. Williams said a typical Albuterol nebulizer treatment would help Kaloni recover from an asthma attack in about 30 minutes. "I put faith in this clinic," Williams said. "They didn't do the proper treatment for an asthma patient." Since Kaloni's passing, community members have gathered in support for her family. On March 21, a march and candlelight memorial was held in Renton to honor Kaloni's life. Williams said she was overjoyed by the abundance of community support and the outrage that the community shared in her child's tragic death in a place that promises "urgent" health care. "It meant a lot to me," Williams said. "They felt the same pain I felt seeing medical professionals acting negligently." Now, Williams is trying to raise awareness of the healthcare tragedy that left her daughter struggling to breathe without care. "As a mother, this is unacceptable," she said. "It is not a pain any parent should go through." North Benson Urgent Care and Valley Medical Center spokesperson Liz Nolan said patient treatment and triage priorities are made on a case by case basis, and investigations are being made into the incident. "Whenever an unanticipated outcome occurs, we undertake a comprehensive review to assess whether errors occurred, determine if there are gaps in our process and learn everything we can as we seek continuous improvement. Internal and independent investigations are being conducted in Kaloni's case because of the devastatingly unfortunate outcome. Because of allegations made by the family, we have also taken action to assess whether race was in any way implicated in the care provided," Nolan wrote. Williams believes Kaloni is gone because of the circumstances created by the clinic and its staff. "Kaloni had a lot to look forward to," she said. Williams hopes Kaloni will be remembered as a bright, loving girl and a friend to many. Kaloni played the violin, did ballet and gymnastics, and was a role model and a young leader. Her mother said she was excited to begin middle school and was looking forward to college. "There is no one like Kaloni," Williams said. "She was really an angel, beautiful inside and out." – Below is a statement issued by Valley Medical Center in response to Kaloni's death: In consideration of how we voice our opinions in the modern world, we've closed comments on our websites. We value the opinions of our readers and we encourage you to keep the conversation going. Please feel free to share your story tips by emailing editor@bellevuereporter.com. To share your opinion for publication, submit a letter through our website https://www.bellevuereporter.com/submit-letter/. Include your name, address and daytime phone number. (We'll only publish your name and hometown.) We reserve the right to edit letters, but if you keep yours to 300 words or less, we won't ask you to shorten it.  A celebration of life was held recently for Kaloni Bolton. Courtesy image |
| Asthma Flares Can Be Reduced By Including A Third Medicine - Moms Posted: 24 May 2021 05:00 AM PDT [unable to retrieve full-text content]Asthma Flares Can Be Reduced By Including A Third Medicine Moms |
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