Table 2

Categorisation of inhaler devices used in the analysis

Age 0–5 years1st choiceMetered dose inhaler with spacer
2nd choiceNebuliser
InappropriateAny other device
Age 6–8 years1st choiceMetered dose inhaler with spacer
2nd choiceDry powder inhaler
InappropriateAny other device
Age >8 years1st choiceDry powder inhaler or metered dose inhaler with spacer
2nd choiceBreath actuated device
InappropriateAny other device