Why do I need to use an incentive spirometer?An incentive spirometer is most commonly used after surgery. People who are at an increased risk of airway or breathing problems may also use one. These include people who smoke or have lung disease. This may also include people who are not ...
If the client is unable to achieve the inspiratory goal Peak flow meter vs incentive spirometer A peak flow meter measures how fast a patient can blow air out of their lungs, helping in monitoring conditions, such as asthma. An incentive spirometer does not measure exhalation, but helps the...
An incentive spirometer can measurethe volume of air you inhale into your lungs in milliliters (mL) or cubic centimeters (cc), as well as the flow rate of your respiration. Higher numbers mean your lungs are inhaling greater amounts of air. The ranges vary among different devices but typic...
The main column of your incentive spirometer has a grid with numbers. These numbers are usually expressed in millimetersand measure the total volume of your breath. The piston in the main chamber of the spirometer rises upward along the grid as you breathe in. The deeper your breath, the hig...
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