Exhalation delivery system

Exhalation Delivery System

The Exhalation Delivery System (pronunciation: ex-ha-la-tion de-liv-er-y sys-tem) is a medical device used in the administration of certain medications.

Etymology

The term "Exhalation Delivery System" is derived from the English words "exhalation", which refers to the process of breathing out, and "delivery system", which refers to a mechanism or device designed to deliver something, in this case, medication.

Function

The Exhalation Delivery System is designed to deliver medication directly to the lungs during the exhalation phase of the respiratory cycle. This is achieved by using the patient's exhaled breath to carry the medication into the lungs. The system is often used in the treatment of respiratory conditions such as Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

Components

The Exhalation Delivery System typically consists of a mouthpiece, a medication reservoir, and a one-way valve. The Mouthpiece is the part of the device that the patient breathes into. The Medication Reservoir holds the medication that is to be delivered to the lungs. The One-Way Valve ensures that the medication is only delivered during exhalation.

Related Terms

Inhalation Delivery System: A similar device that delivers medication during the inhalation phase of the respiratory cycle.
Nebulizer: A device that converts liquid medication into a fine mist that can be inhaled into the lungs.
Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI): A device that delivers a specific amount of medication in aerosol form.