Pulmonary Function Tests Flashcards
1
Q
What are the major types of respiratory disorders
A
Ostructive disorders - disorders associated with obstructed airflow
Restrictive disorders - disorders that restrict air flow
2
Q
Diagram of peak flow meter
A
3
Q
What is the protocol of volume time curves
A
Patient wears noseclip
Patient inhales steadily to TLC
Patient wraps lips round mouthpiece
Patient exhales as hard and fast
Exhalation continues until RV is reached
4
Q
Why migth a spirometer test not be accurate
A
Fatigue
Take best measurement
Alot of effort
Trace might be off position
Needle might not be in the correct position
