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Incentive spirometers are devices used within the health care industry to assess respiratory disorders. Incentive spirometers measure patients' airflow or lung capacity by volume in a controlled exercise. Hudson RCI incentive spirometers use a flow tube connected to a volume measuring canister from ......[Read More]

Having the option to use a nebulizer should your child be unable to coordinate her actions with a metered dose inhaler means you need to develop good use and cleaning habits. Teaching your child proper use of a nebulizer is important for effective treatment of her asthma.......[Read More]