1
Q
What are the main steps in a peak flow exam?
A
Prepare the patient Hand hygiene Set up Testing Repeat x2 Documentation highest reading Conclude assessment
2
Q
How do you prepare the patient?
A
Introduction and consent
Explanation
Position: standing
3
Q
How do you set up the peak flow?
A
Attach mouth piece to meter
Reset meter to zero/start
4
Q
How do you test peak flow?
A
Meter held horizontally Patient fully inspires Tight lip seal Expire hard and fast Note result
MD1 PCP
flashcards
Decks in class (43)
# Cards
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General Interview Skills15
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Pain Interview1
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Cardiovascular Interview6
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Respiratory Interview2
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Gastrointestinal Interview1
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Blood Pressure Examination7
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Transient Loss of Consciousness Interview34
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Cardiovascular Exam28
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Dyspnoea Interview8
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Respiratory Exam25
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Peak Flow Exam4
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Gastrointestinal Exam53
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Anthropometric Exam7
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Muscle Weakness13
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Muscle Weakness Interview8
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Basic Neurological Exam2
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Basic Neurological Exam of Lower Limbs83
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Sensory Disturbance Interview36
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Vision13
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Ophthalmology Exam51
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Basic Neurological Exam of Upper Limbs52
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Cognition13
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Immediate Memory4
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Working Memory6
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Long Term Memory4
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Memory and Memory Loss26
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Examination of Higher Centres7
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Dizziness31
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Weight Loss26
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Dysuria15
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Voiding Symptoms20
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Polyuria8
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Polyuria Interview8
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Knee Pain22
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Basic Exam of the Knee30
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Shoulder Pain10
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Basic Exam of the Shoulder19
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Low Back Pain16
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Normal Physiology of the Menstrual Cycle3
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Menstrual Cycle Interview27
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Vaginal Discharge17
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Sexual History2
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Erectile Dysfunction36
