In summary, spirometry is an essential test for any patient presenting with cardiorespiratory symptoms. It is becoming more widely available and is frequently performed by nurses. REFERENCES. Miller, ...

Spirometry is the simplest and most widely used pulmonary function test, but other tests may be needed to make a final diagnosis. Lung volume tests are the most accurate measurement of lung capacity .

Study Says COPD Testing Is Not Measuring Up Date: August 14, 2007 Source: American College of Chest Physicians Summary: Spirometry testing is a widely accepted and encouraged diagnostic method for ...

Learn about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) diagnosis and testing, including spirometry and the electrocardiogram (EKG).

Spirometry will usually show obstruction to airflow. Formal pulmonary function testing, which is an extensive process taking an hour or so with a skilled and experienced technician, is ideal for ...

Comparing the spirometry measurements with previous measurements on a test subject is the most valuable information that can be gained from a spirometry test. This can be done very simply on a single ...

Spirometry will usually show obstruction to airflow. Formal pulmonary function testing, which is an extensive process taking an hour or so with a skilled and experienced technician, is ideal for ...

Baseline spirometry: the nurse responsible for the spirometry testing will be experienced in the technique and familiar with the ATS/ERS criteria for acceptability (correct start with back ...

The cohort study included a total of 24,662 patients (4% Black, 53.2% women) ages 18 to 95 years (mean 57.6) who completed spirometry testing at Massachusetts General Hospital between Jan. 1, 1997 ...

Baseline spirometry: the nurse responsible for the spirometry testing will be experienced in the technique and familiar with the ATS/ERS criteria for acceptability (correct start with back ...