NEXThaler Technique Hold the NEXThaler in the upright position and open the mouthpiece cover fully. Breathe out as far as is comfortable for you and away from the NEXThaler. Seal your lips around the mouthpiece. Do not cover the air vents. Breathe in as strongly and deeply as you can. Remove the NEXThaler from your mouth and hold your breath …
Read moreInhaler technique – Genuair
14th October 2021Genuair technique Remove the mouthpiece cover by lightly squeezing the arrows marked on each side of the mouthpiece cover. Hold the Genuair with the mouthpiece towards you and the coloured button facing up. Press the coloured button all the way down and release it. The coloured window will turn green so it is ready for us. Breathe out gently as …
Read moreInhaler technique – Easyhaler
14th October 20213 simple steps: SHAKE. CLICK. BREATHE. Easyhaler technique Hold the Easyhaler in one hand and remove the mouthpiece cover with the other hand. Shake the device 3 to 5 times. Hold the device upright, with your thumb on the base and forefinger on the top of the inhaler. Press the coloured button down once using your forefinger; you should hear …
Read moreInhaler technique – Breezhaler
14th October 2021Breezhaler Pull off the mouthpiece cover. Hold the base firmly and tilt the mouthpiece backwards to open the capsule chamber. Remove one capsule from the blister by peeling the backing away. The capsule contains medication in a dry powder. Do not swallow the capsule. Place the capsule in the capsule chamber. Close the mouthpiece until you hear a click. Hold …
Read moreInhaler technique – Accuhaler
14th October 2021Accuhaler Technique Hold the outer casing of the Accuhaler in one hand whilst sliding the thumb grip away until you hear a click. Hold the Accuhaler with the mouthpiece towards you, push the lever down until it clicks. It is now ready for use. Breathe out gently as far as comfortable and away from the Accuhaler. Put the mouthpiece in …
Read moreThiopurines in Autoimmune Hepatitis
27th July 2021Autoimmune Hepatitis, also known as AIH, is usually a lifelong liver condition. It is an autoimmune disorder which means your body’s immune system (the body’s defence against illness) attacks your body’s own cells. Azathioprine & mercaptopurine are part of a group of medications called thiopurines which help to treat this condition. You will only need to take azathioprine or mercaptopurine …
Read moreSamarium 153 therapy
29th June 2021What is Samarium Therapy?We would like to treat the pain in your bones caused by your illness. Samarium 153 Quadramet® localises in all the areas where you are experience bone pain. It remains in these regions for many weeks, utilising ionising radiation to provide pain relief. If you have had chemotherapy or external beam radiotherapy in the last six weeks …
Read moreTrauma and Orthopaedic Unit Level 11 Thomas Kemp Tower
23rd June 2021Information about the wardMatron: Louise Cross. Manager: Helena Stevenson. If you have any concerns or questions during your stay please feel free to speak to your nurse or one of the sister on duty. We are all friendly and approachable so do not hesitate to speak to any member of the team. What should I bring with me when I …
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