Inhaler training and reminders for elderly patients
This study tests whether providing inhaler training and phone reminders helps older adults use their medication correctly. You may be eligible if you are 65+, use a metered-dose inhaler, and are being treated for a lung condition.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older
- You can read and write
- You have been using a metered-dose inhaler for at least 6 months
- You are currently in a pulmonary (lung) hospital ward, test unit, or clinic
- You have internet and a smartphone (Android or iPhone)
- You make at least one mistake when using your inhaler (as shown on a standard checklist)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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