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Nebulisation and Spirometry Nebulisation

Spirometry

Spirometry is a standard test conducted to assess and measure lung function by measuring the rate of inhalation and exhalation.

This test works by measuring airflow in and out of the lungs. Spirometry in children is indicated to help diagnose conditions such as:

During the procedure, your child will sit on a chair, and a clip will be placed on their nose to keep both nostrils closed, and a cup-like breathing mask will be around the mouth.

Your child will be instructed to take deep breaths and exhale after a few seconds into the breathing mask.

This will be done three times to ensure consistent results.

The results will be evaluated, and a diagnosis will be made.

Spirometry

Spirometry is a standard test conducted to assess and measure lung function by measuring the rate of inhalation and exhalation.

This test works by measuring airflow in and out of the lungs. Spirometry in children is indicated to help diagnose conditions such as:

During the procedure, your child will sit on a chair, and a clip will be placed on their nose to keep both nostrils closed, and a cup-like breathing mask will be around the mouth.

Your child will be instructed to take deep breaths and exhale after a few seconds into the breathing mask.

This will be done three times to ensure consistent results.

The results will be evaluated, and a diagnosis will be made.

Nebulisation

A nebuliser is a machine that assists breathing by delivering medicine directly to the lungs as a fine mist. It helps control respiratory symptoms such as wheezing and helps loosen lung secretions.

Nebulisers are helpful when you have difficulties using an asthma inhaler during an asthma attack or when you need a large dose of an inhaled medication.

Also called breathing treatment, you may use a variety of medications such as:

During the procedure, the paediatrician will attach all the nebuliser parts together and pour the medication into the nebuliser cup. The nebuliser cup and the tubes will then be attached to the compressor. A mask will then be attached to the nebuliser and will be placed on your child’s face. The medicine will be administered.  

FAQs

FAQs

Yes, you can use a nebuliser at home when indicated.

Yes, there are different types of nebulisers, such as:

  • Ultrasonic, which makes an aerosol through high-frequency vibrations.
  • Jet uses compressed gas to make an aerosol (tiny particles of medication in the air).
  • Mesh, which passes the liquid through a fine mesh to form the aerosol.

There are a few complications, such as dizziness or experiencing some shortness of breath after performing the test.