Peak Flow Measurement Flashcards

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How to use a peak flow meter (11)

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Wash hands
Zero the device
Patient should stand
Take maximum inspiration
Make airtight seal with mouth 
Hold meter horizontally
Forcefully exhale
Read directly from scale (best of 3)
Use chart using height, age, gender
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