Factors associated with improper metered-dose inhaler technique among adults with asthma in a primary care clinic in Malaysia

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Factors associated with improper metered-dose inhaler technique among adults with asthma in a primary care clinic in Malaysia

Introduction: Metered-dose inhalers (MDI) are the most used inhalers worldwide. However, improper MDI techniques remain a significant problem and cause uncontrolled asthma. Studies worldwide have reported that the causes of inefficient inhaler technique are multifactorial. However, this topic has be...

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Main Authors:	Mohd Arif, Nurafiza, Ping, Yein Lee, Cheong, Ai Theng, Ananthan, Roshan Nur Anand
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia 2021
Online Access:	http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/97270/ http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/97270/1/ABSTRACT.pdf

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