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Spirometry

Spirometry. What is it? Why do we use it? What types of spirometer are there? What is“Good Practice”. Spirometry. Jargon. Contraindications Position/clothing/teeth/ Breath in Seal SVC x3 FVC x3 (max eight) Reversibility. How to do spirometry. Is it satisfactory?. Common Errors

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Spirometry

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  1. Spirometry

  2. What is it? Why do we use it? What types of spirometer are there? What is“Good Practice” Spirometry

  3. Jargon

  4. Contraindications Position/clothing/teeth/ Breath in Seal SVC x3 FVC x3 (max eight) Reversibility How to do spirometry

  5. Is it satisfactory?

  6. Common Errors • Inadequate inspiration • Slow start/hesitation • Stops blowing before complete expiration • Coughing • Breathing in during expiration • Leakage Is it satisfactory?

  7. Interpretation

  8. FVC FEV1 Normal

  9. Restrictive Obstructive Abnormal

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