The mask can be secured loosely over the nose and mouth so the child does not become frightened. Most nebulizers must be held in an upright position to work well. If the mixture has coated the sides and isn't being nebulized, gently shake the nebulizer occasionally during the treatment. An average treatment takes 10 to 15 minutes. The treatment is over when all the medication is gone and the nebulizer makes a constant sputtering noise.
Some children cough up mucus after breathing treatments.
Observe the mucus color and thickness. Normal secretions are usually thin and white or clear. Thick and sticky mucus that is yellow or green may indicate infection. Call your doctor to report a change. If your child needs more treatments than prescribed by your doctor, or if the treatments do not improve the symptoms, call your doctor.