Forced vital capacity Flashcards
1
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what is a forced vital capacity test
A
Forced vital capacity (FVC) is a lung function test that can be measured using a spirometer.
2
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What can forced vital capacity test diagnose
A
forced vital capacity is used to diagnose obstructive lung diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
3
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how does a forced vital capacity test work
A
a patient breathes out as forcefully and rapidly as possible into a spirometer.
4
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what does a low forced vital capacity mean
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A lower than normal FVC indicates a range of respiratory diseases.
