Patient Education

How to use a metered dose asthma inhaler with a spacer or valved holding chamber

Watch this American Lung Association video to learn the correct way to use your metered dose (MDI) asthma inhaler. To learn more about asthma, asthma medicines and the American Lung Association visit www.lung.org/asthma

How to Properly Use a Nebulizer

Learn how to use your nebulizer with this step-by-step tutorial by the American Lung Association so that your medications are most effective. Many people living with chronic lung diseases such as COPD or asthma may use a nebulizer to administer their medication. Learn more about nebulizers at Lung.org/nebulizer.

How to Properly Clean a Nebulizer

Learn how to properly clean your nebulizer with this step-by-step guide by the American Lung Association so that your medications are most effective. A nebulizer is a device that turns the liquid medicine into a mist which is then inhaled through a mouthpiece or a mask. Learn more about nebulizers at Lung.org/nebulizer.

Pursed Lip Breathing

Learn how to use pursed lip breathing to help with shortness of breath from COPD or other lung diseases with the American Lung Association.

Belly Breathing

Learn how to use belly breathing to help with shortness of breath from COPD or other lung diseases with the American Lung Association.

Things to Know When Using Oxygen Therapy

This video from the American Lung Association will help you get started with oxygen therapy and adjust to life on oxygen. Being prescribed oxygen can be overwhelming, many people with lung disease feel better when they use oxygen therapy. To learn more about oxygen therapy, visit Lung.org/oxygen.

Getting Started with a Home Oxygen Concentrator

This video from the American Lung Association will explain the parts of home concentrators, their function, and care. A home oxygen concentrator is prescribed for patients who need constant oxygen while they are at home and/or asleep. Learn more about oxygen therapy at Lung.org/oxygen.

Getting Started with a Portable Oxygen Concentrator

This video from the American Lung Association will explain how to use and take care of your POC. Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POCs), are light, small and quiet devices that allow you to receive supplemental oxygen while out of the home. Learn more about oxygen therapy at Lung.org/oxygen.