On the average, what percentage of an aerosol drug delivery device's output actually deposits in the lungs?
a. Less than 10%
b. 10%
c. 20%
d. 30%
ANS: B
Depending on device and patient, as little as 10% or less of drug emitted from an aerosol device may be deposited in the lungs (Figure 39-27).
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