Handling of inhaler devices in actual pulmonary practice: metered-dose inhaler versus dry powder inhalers.

Background: Handling of inhaler devices such as pressurized metered-dose inhalers (MDIs) and dry-powder inhalers (DPIs) in actual pulmonary practice is not well studied.

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate patients' proper handling of inhaler devices during actual pulmonary practice.

Methods: Prospective observational evaluations were conducted at 3 pulmonary clinics in Jordan, from February 2006 until August 2006.