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Have you been waiting for the ACCP-SEEK app to include pulmonary and critical care questions? Well, the new version is now available in iTunes and contains 400 more questions!
This is a follow-up to previous Early Communications issued in 2008 by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) describing a potential increase in the risk of stroke, heart attack, or death from a cardiovascular cause related to the use of tiotropium, which is marketed as Spiriva HandiHaler.
The proliferation of inhaler devices has resulted in a confusing number of choices for clinicians who are selecting a delivery device for aerosol therapy. There are advantages and disadvantages associated with each device category. Evidence-based guidelines for the selection of the appropriate aerosol delivery device in specific clinical settings are needed.