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2. Spirometry - Wikipedia

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   Average values for FEV1 in healthy people depend mainly on sex and age, according to the diagram. Values of between 80% and 120% of the average value are considered normal. [14] Predicted normal values for FEV1 can be calculated and depend on age, sex, height, mass and ethnicity as well as the research study that they are based on.

3. Spirometer - Wikipedia

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   A spirometer is the main piece of equipment used for basic Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs). Lung diseases such as asthma , bronchitis , and emphysema may be ruled out from the tests. In addition, a spirometer often is used for finding the cause of shortness of breath, assessing the effect of contaminants on lung function, the effect of ...

4. File:Normal values for FVC, FEV1 and FEF 25-75.svg - Wikipedia

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   English: Normal values for Forced Vital Capacity (FVC), Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 Second (FEV1) and Forced Expiratory Flow 25–75% (FEF25–75%). Y-axis is expressed in Litres for FVC and FEV1, and in Litres/second for FEF25–75%. See main article: Wikipedia:Spirometry

5. Incentive spirometer - Wikipedia

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   An incentive spirometer is a handheld medical device used to help patients improve the functioning of their lungs. By training patients to take slow and deep breaths, this simplified spirometer facilitates lung expansion and strengthening.

6. FEV1/FVC ratio - Wikipedia

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   In obstructive lung disease, the FEV1 is reduced due to an obstruction of air escaping from the lungs. Thus, the FEV1/FVC ratio will be reduced. [4] More specifically, according to the National Institute for Clinical Excellence, the diagnosis of COPD is made when the FEV 1 /FVC ratio is less than 0.7 or [8] the FEV 1 is less than 75% of predicted; [9] however, other authoritative bodies have ...

7. US FDA classifies recall of Vyaire Medical's respiratory ...

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   The medical equipment maker recalled certain models of its AirLife Manual Resuscitators, a single patient-use device intended for respiratory support, due to a manufacturing defect. The use of the ...

8. Vital capacity - Wikipedia

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   A normal adult has a vital capacity between 3 and 5 litres. [3] A human's vital capacity depends on age, sex, height, mass, and possibly ethnicity. [ 4 ] However, the dependence on ethnicity is poorly understood or defined, as it was first established by studying black slaves in the 19th century [ 5 ] and may be the result of conflation with ...

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   For ESTJ, "The Executive," a three-stone engagement ring symbolizes your commitment to legacy and time-honored values. Consider diamond shapes with sleek step-cut facets to match your style, like ...