Administration should include knowledge of the purpose of nebulizer treatments to administer medication for respiratory disease in the form of a mist.

Administration should include following the procedures for inhalation therapy using a nebulizer:

 Note: The principle of administering medication by pulmonary inhalation is the same, regardless of how it is administered. When assisting with nebulizer treatments, an MA must know how to use the nebulizer machine and chamber into which the medication is poured before giving the medication. If unsure as to how they work, an MA should seek assistance from a supervisor, pharmacist, or an HCP before attempting to operate the machine. The machines usually have concise instructions for use and cleaning. It is recommended that these instructions be placed in a plastic sleeve or notebook and kept with the machine.