title: Oxygen and aerosolized drug delivery: matching the device to the patient.
abstract: The variety of devices for administering supplemental oxygen and aerosolized drugs for hospital inpatients allows physicians to tailor the therapy to patient's needs, but presents a challenge in determining which device is best for the individual patient. We describe the selection process, appropriate use, and the advantages and disadvantages of various devices.
authors.affiliation: Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, OH 44195, USA.
authors.forename: J E
authors.initials: JE
authors.lastname: Burkhart
authors.forename: J K
authors.initials: JK
authors.lastname: Stoller
mesh_terms: D000280:Administration, Inhalation; D000336:Aerosols; D006801:Humans; D008397:Masks; D009330:Nebulizers and Vaporizers; D010102:Oxygen Inhalation Therapy / Q000295:instrumentation*
chemical_list: D000336:Aerosols