Table 2 Parental report on assessing remaining doses (n = 46)
Method used | n | (%) |
|---|---|---|
Correct | ||
Looking on counter | 3 | (7) |
Spraying against dark background | 4 | (9) |
If inhaler floats in water, it is empty | 2 | (4) |
Counting remaining doses using agenda | 3 | (7) |
Incorrect | ||
Feeling inhaler weight while shaking | 9 | (20) |
Listening to inhaler while shaking | 4 | (9) |
Spraying in the air | 13 | (28) |
If inhaler sinks in water, it is empty | 1 | (2) |
Not assessing at all | 7 | (14) |
Total | 46 | (100) |