Peak flow Flashcards
1
Q
Advice on how to do it properly
A
Setting it to zero before blowing
sitting up straight or standing
as deep a breath as possible
tight seal
exhale as hard and fast as possible
may help to demonstrate
check understanding
take 3 readings and record the best 2
2
Q
Describe what may be seen in diurnal variation.
A
More than 20% variation in twice-day readings
3
Q
List important questions to ask when counselling someone with a peak flow diary
A
Triggers
Occupation
Frequency of exacerbations, previous hospital admissions, intensive care admissions
Family or personal history of atopy
Best expected and most recent peak expiratory flow rate
smoking- including passive
