A 62-year-old woman with moderate COPD is being discharged a…
A 62-year-old woman with moderate COPD is being discharged after hospitalization for a COPD exacerbation. Her discharge medications include tiotropium 18 mcg daily, fluticasone/salmeterol 250/50 mcg twice daily, and albuterol MDI 90 mcg/puff as needed. During discharge teaching, she asks, “When should I use my albuterol inhaler at home?” What is the most appropriate response regarding the use of albuterol as a rescue inhaler?