Definitions for Inhaler
ɪnˈheɪ lərin·haler

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. inhaler, inhalatornoun

   a dispenser that produces a chemical vapor to be inhaled in order to relieve nasal congestion

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1. Inhalernoun

   An apparatus for inhaling any vapor or volatile substance, such as ether or chloroform, or an aerosol mist of a solution, for medicinal purposes; as, he alway carried his inhaler around in his pocket in case he had asthmatic attack.

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1. inhalernoun

   A device with a canister holding medicine (either in powder or gas form) which is sprayed and inhaled by the patient, often for treating asthma and other respiratory diseases.

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1. Inhaler

   An inhaler (also known as a puffer, pump or allergy spray) is a medical device used for delivering medicines into the lungs through the work of a person's breathing. This allows medicines to be delivered to and absorbed in the lungs, which provides the ability for targeted medical treatment to this specific region of the body, as well as a reduction in the side effects of oral medications. There are a wide variety of inhalers, and they are commonly used to treat numerous medical conditions with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) being among the most notable.Some of the common types of inhalers include metered-dose inhalers, dry powder inhalers, soft mist inhalers, and nebulizers. Each device has advantages and disadvantages and can be selected based on individually specific patient needs, as well as age, pathological conditions, coordination, and lung function. Proper education on inhaler use is important to ensure that inhaled medication creates its proper effects in the lungs.

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1. inhaler

   An inhaler is a handheld device used in the administration of medication designed to treat or prevent symptoms of various respiratory conditions, such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The device produces a fine spray, powder or mist that the user inhales into the lungs to help alleviate symptoms or prevent an attack.

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1. Inhalernoun

   one who inhales

2. Inhalernoun

   an apparatus for inhaling any vapor or volatile substance, as ether or chloroform, for medicinal purposes

3. Inhalernoun

   a contrivance to filter, as air, in order to protect the lungs from inhaling damp or cold air, noxious gases, dust, etc.; also, the respiratory apparatus for divers

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1. Inhaler

   An inhaler or puffer is a medical device used for delivering medication into the body via the lungs. It is mainly used in the treatment of asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Zanamivir, used to treat influenza, must be administered via inhaler. To reduce deposition in the mouth and throat, and to reduce the need for precise synchronization of the start of inhalation with actuation of the device, MDIs are sometimes used with a complementary spacer or holding chamber device.

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Anagrams for Inhaler »

1. hernial

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Inhaler in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Inhaler in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

Examples of Inhaler in a Sentence

1. Christopher Moriates:

   Many times the assumption seems to be that these patients use their inhalers outside of the hospital so they already know how to do so, but this study and others have shown this is not true and the vast majority of these patients actively misuse their inhalers, the astonishing thing is these patients often spend a few days in the hospital, receiving respiratory therapies multiple times each day, so lack of effective inhaler teaching during hospitalization is a foolishly squandered golden opportunity.

2. Shenara Musthaq:

   I was out of commission for about three weeks. It was definitely the sickest Ive ever been, i was on an inhaler.

3. Brahim Ardolic:

   To be honest, if your inhaler's not covered, just don't use it.

4. Ujwala Kaza:

   An asthma attack is typically when a patient is experiencing symptoms of asthma difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, wheezingand coughing that may not be responsive to the usual rescue inhaler. First of all, make sure you sit the person down. Call for help. If they have not used their inhaler, find it for them and have them use it right away, early intervention can be the difference between life and death.

5. Commissioner Anthony Batts:

   Freddie Gray asked for an inhaler, and at one or two of the stops it was noticed that Freddie Gray was having trouble breathing, we probably should have asked for paramedics.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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2. ^ GCIDE
   https://gcide.gnu.org.ua/?q=Inhaler
3. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Inhaler
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inhaler
5. ^ ChatGPT
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6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Inhaler
7. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=Inhaler