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Patient instructions for the use of inhaled steroids would NOT include to: hold breath for 5-10 seconds after deeply inhaling the medication. [[IRiaag store the inhaler at room temperature. float the canister in water to determine whether it is empty. m rinse mouth with water, gargle and spit after inhalation. Explanation: Most inhalers have a dose counter. Putting the canister in water to see if it floats is not a reliable test. Some inhalers will float when they are full. Instruct the patient to hold the breath for 5-10 seconds after they have deeply inhaled the medication. This lets the medicine reach deep into the lungs. Patients should be instructed to rinse their mouth with water, gargle, and spit after using the medication. This helps reduce side effects related to the medication, such as oral candidiasis.
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