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Welcome to the Pharmacy Times RESPIMAT T.O.P. Performer Challenge. Your challenge is to watch an instructional video and answer 7 questions about how the RESPIMAT inhaler is prepared and used. Answer all 7 questions correctly and you will be a Pharmacy Times^® RESPIMAT T.O.P. performer! Print a personalized certificate recognizing that you are ready to answer patient questions about using the RESPIMAT inhaler. Good luck!

Question 1

Choose the correct labels on the RESPIMAT inhaler.

Question 2

After removing the clear base and inserting the cartridge into the inhaler, which of the following is correct?

A

Place the inhaler on a firm surface (cartridge end down) and push down firmly until it pops into place; then replace the clear base.

B

Place the inhaler on a firm surface (cartridge end down) and push down firmly until the end of the cartridge is flush with the inhaler; then replace the clear base.

C

Place the inhaler on a firm surface (cartridge end up) and push down firmly until the end of the cartridge is flush with the inhaler; then replace the clear base.

Question 3

To prepare the inhaler, which is correct?

A

Open the cap, point the inhaler toward the ground, and press the dose-release button repeatedly until you see a mist. The inhaler is now ready to use.

B

With the inhaler cap closed, point the inhaler toward the ground, press the dose-release button, and then open the cap; repeat these steps until you see a spray of mist. Once you see the mist, repeat these steps 2 more times.

C

With the cap closed, the clear base should be turned in the direction of the arrows half a turn until it clicks. Then open the cap, point the inhaler toward the ground, press the dose-release button, and close the cap. Repeat these steps until you see a mist. Then repeat 3 more times.

Question 4

The T.O.P. acronym is a reminder of how to use the RESPIMAT inhaler on a daily basis. Identify the correct letter for each description using the drop down menu.

Keep the cap closed. Turn the clear base in the direction of the arrows on the label until it clicks (half a turn).

Open the cap until it snaps fully open.

Breathe out slowly and fully. Close your lips around the mouthpiece without covering the air vents. Point the inhaler to the back of your throat. While taking a deep breath through your mouth, press the dose-release button.

Question 5

The "discard by&quote; date is how many months from the day the cartridge is first inserted and pierced?

A

1 Month

B

2 Months

C

3 Months

Question 6

The RESPIMAT inhaler should be stored at room temperature and should not be frozen. True or false?

A

True

B

False

Question 7

For daily use of the RESPIMAT inhaler, direct patients to inhale the medication and hold their breath for 10 seconds or for as long as comfortable. True or false?

A

True

B

False

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