{"id":8151,"date":"2023-12-28T16:56:07","date_gmt":"2023-12-28T16:56:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/psw.circleofcare.com\/?page_id=8151"},"modified":"2023-12-28T16:56:07","modified_gmt":"2023-12-28T16:56:07","slug":"inhaled-therapy-nebulizer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/psw.circleofcare.com\/index.php\/delegations\/inhaled-therapy-nebulizer\/","title":{"rendered":"Inhaled Therapy – Nebulizer"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_image=”8154″ bg_position=”left top” background_image_loading=”default” bg_repeat=”no-repeat” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”2%” bottom_padding=”2%” text_color=”light” text_align=”center” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” color_overlay=”#4c4184″ advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.8″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n

Inhaled Therapy – Nebulizer<\/h1>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”5\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]Nebulizer<\/strong>: A small machine that turns a liquid medication into a mist. The mist is inhaled through a mouthpiece or mask with slow deep breaths. This helps channel the medication to the lungs. Nebulizers are often used with children or any individual who cannot use other inhaler devices appropriately.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n

CSS Considerations<\/h3>\n
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  • Determine the client\u2019s eligibility to approve this delegated act to a PSW.<\/li>\n
  • A direct order for medication administration is required and must be clear, complete, and appropriate.<\/li>\n
  • If the direct order is unclear, incomplete, or inappropriate the CSS must:\n
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    • Stop the delegation process to the PSW.<\/li>\n
    • Follow up with the client\/SDM\/POA, HCCSS Care Coordinator and\/or the prescriber in a timely manner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”8154″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n
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      • Have knowledge about the medication(s) being administered, including therapeutic actions, and possible risks.<\/li>\n
      • Assess the appropriateness of the medication practice by considering the following:\n
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        • The client<\/li>\n
        • The medication<\/li>\n
        • The environment<\/li>\n
        • The competency level of the available PSW<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
        • Consult with the client, SDM or POA, and a HCCSS Care Coordinator when client outcomes are not as expected, or if the client\u2019s needs exceed the scope of practice of the PSW.<\/li>\n
        • This medication administration policy and procedure encompasses inhaled medication only.<\/li>\n
        • The nebule must be in its original packaging, unopened or unused.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n

          PSW Considerations<\/h3>\n
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          • Report to the office at 416-635-2860 if:\n
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            • The client refused to take medications<\/li>\n
            • The medication supply is running low<\/li>\n
            • There are any issues with the mask, tubing, or machinery<\/li>\n
            • The medications for the scheduled visit or upcoming visit are missing\/finished\/not available<\/li>\n
            • The client is showing signs of an abnormal or allergic reaction before or after taking their medication. For example:\n