Continue to hold the mask over your child's face for 3 to 5 seconds as he or she breathes in slowly and deeply.
How to Use an MDI With a Mask
From Kathleen MacNaughton, R.N., former About.com Guide
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Once the mask is in place, ask your child to start to breathe in slowly. (Breathe with him or her to show what you mean.) At the same time, press down firmly on the top of the canister to release one "puff" of medicine.
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- Get to Know Your Child's Metered Dose Inhaler and Mask
- Tips for Using a Mask With a Child
- Getting Ready to Use the MDI and Mask
- Get Your Child to Breathe In for the First Puff
- Now, Play the Hold Your Breath Game
- Give Your Child a Drink of Water Afterwards
- Keep Everything Working
- Don't Run Out of Medicine
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