RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Spirometry: step by step
JF Breathe
JO Breathe
FD European Respiratory Society
SP 232
OP 240
DO 10.1183/20734735.0021711
VO 8
IS 3
A1 V.C. Moore
YR 2012
UL http://breathe.ersjournals.com/content/8/3/232.abstract
AB Educational aimsTo give an overview of what spirometry is, how to perform it and how to interpret it.To discuss the quality criteria to produce acceptable and reproducible results.To discuss the use of spirometry in the workplace.Summary Spirometry is easy to perform once trained and can be performed anywhere. It is useful for detecting early change and disease progression. Quality is important to ensure useful and reproducible results, otherwise results may be incorrectly interpreted. Training from a reputable centre should be undertaken to ensure the measures are understood as well as how to get the best results out of the patient.