By Sneha Kunjumon • May 27, 2026 • Last reviewed: 20/07/2026 •

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In this scenario, a community pharmacist counsels a patient with COPD who has been switched to two dry powder inhalers and has never used this type of device before.

The student must teach the technique, explain the difference between the reliever and the maintenance inhaler, and answer the patient's questions.

Please ensure that this scenario and mark scheme align with the most up-to-date guidelines from the UK NICE and the BNF when using it for your OSCE assessment.

You will need a student pharmacist and an actor for this OSCE station.