Spirometry is performed to monitor lung health, but variability between tests can hinder recognition of excessive FEV1declines. We sought to describe the relationship between FEV1changes over 1 to 5 years and FEV1declines over longer terms, using 21,821 test results from 1,884 workers who ...
The fundamental measurements obtained in routine office spirometry and recommendations that are critical to obtaining high-quality reproducible test results are reviewed. The evaluation of flow-volume loops and normative data is discusses as well as criteria that define a quality measurement. Examples of...
Both low and adequate \\{HL\\} patients had difficulty performing and understanding their home spirometry measurement. The results of this study demonstrate that better education regarding spirometry may be an important intervention to improve outcomes for all \\{LT\\} patients. We are currently ...
Types of abnormal functions; Tests most frequently administered; Tips for understanding test values; Analysis of spirometry values; Indications of lung volume values; Preparation of patients for PFT. INSETS: How to interpret PFT values.;Another patient, other results..SEAN P. SHORTALL...