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15. When delivering inhaled medications to infants, which of the following practices are recommended? Whenever possible, allow parents to deliver blow-by treatments via SVN to avoid upsetting the child Ensure that aerosol masks fit firmly on the face to achieve optimal deposition Administering an aerosol treatment to a crying infant will ensure maximum deposition Administer only half the standard adult dose when treating children 16. When providing instructions for home disinfection of aerosol devices, which of the following instructions should be avoided? DPIS should be wiped down after each use with a damp antibacterial wipe The "boot." or plastic piece of the MDI, should be wiped down weekly while inspecting for clumps of medication Spacers should be cleaned periodically according to the manufacturer's instructions Newly disinfected small volume nebulizers should air dry on a clean cloth or paper towel 17. Select the false statement regarding dry powder inhalers. Medication delivery is activated by the patient's inspiratory flow The patient's inspiratory flow is one of the factors determining disaggregating or "un-clumping" of medication particles