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      Asthma: Using a metered-dose inhaler (MDI) with a spacer

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      Inhalers should always be used with a spacer, or aerosol-holding chamber. Learn how to use and administer a metered-dose inhaler with a spacer.

      Asthma

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      Asthma is a condition that affects the lungs. Learn about the signs and symptoms, treatment and what to do after an asthma attack.

      How to take medication with a puffer using a spacer with a mouthpiece

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      Puffers should always be used with a spacer. Learn how to take medication with a puffer using a spacer with a mouthpiece.

      Asthma: Overview and care​

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      Asthma is a condition that affects your child’s lungs. Learn about how to care for your child after a hospital visit.

      Metered-dose inhaler (MDI) dose counter tool

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      Access a counting tool to record how many doses are left in your child’s metered-dose inhaler (MDI).

      Asthma: Using a Diskus inhaler

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      A Diskus inhaler delivers asthma medicine in powder form. Learn how to properly use a Diskus inhaler.

      How to use a Diskus inhaler

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      A Diskus inhaler delivers medication in powder form. Learn how to properly use a Diskus inhaler.

      Fluticasone

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called fluticasone. This information sheet explains what fluticasone does, how to give it, and what side effects, or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Salbutamol by inhalation

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called salbutamol. This information sheet explains what salbutamol does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Asthma: Using a Turbuhaler

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      A Turbuhaler delivers asthma medicine in powder form. Learn how to properly use a Turbuhaler.

      Beclomethasone for inhalation

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called beclomethasone. This information sheet explains what beclomethasone does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Insulin dose adjustment on a multiple daily routine

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      Find out how to adjust insulin doses at home using the sliding scale when your child is on a multiple daily injections (MDI) routine

      Living with asthma

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      Optimizing your child’s asthma management can help them lead a normal, healthy life. Learn about asthma triggers, exercising with asthma, and asthma management at school.

      Salmeterol

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called salmeterol. This information sheet explains what salmeterol does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      The insulin regimen

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      Patients with type 1 diabetes and some with type 2 must receive insulin manually. Learn what an insulin regimen is and the different routines.

      Budesonide for inhalation

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called budesonide. This information sheet explains what budesonide does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Terbutaline

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called terbutaline. This information sheet explains what terbutaline does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Sodium Cromoglycate for Inhalation

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called sodium cromoglycate. This information sheet explains what sodium cromoglycate does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Why are pre-anesthesia assessments helpful?

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      Some children will require a pre-anesthesia clinic (PAC) appointment before coming to the hospital for surgery. This depends on their medical history and the surgery they are booked for. 

      What to do before scoliosis surgery

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      Find out what should be done prior to having an operation for scoliosis, such as when to stop eating and what to bring to the hospital.

      Adjusting insulin when using a TID or BID insulin routine

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      Find out how to adjust insulin doses at home using the sliding scale when using a three-times-a-day insulin routine or two-times-a-day insulin routine.

      How to use a Turbuhaler

      Aboutkidshealth Teens website link Health A-Z

      A Turbuhaler delivers medication in powder form. Learn how to properly use a Turbuhaler.

      Meal planning with changing carbohydrate intakes

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      Read the story of 13-year-old Sara and how her meal plan with changing carbohydrate intakes works for her.

      Ipratropium

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      Your child needs to have the medicine called ipratropium. This information sheet explains what ipratropium does, how it is given, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Second-hand smoke

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      Second-hand smoke is harmful for babies and children. Learn tips on keeping your home 100% smoke-free.

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