Peak Expiratory Flow Rate is a measure of the speed at which air is expelled from the lungs. It is a useful tool for detecting and monitoring certain conditions, such as asthma.
Questionnaire
This health category includes questionnaire data on personal and family history of asthma or COPD and if the client currently smokes.
Measurements
Mandatory: Does the client currently have a cold, peak flow result
Non-mandatory: N/A
A link to mdcalc.com: Expected Peak Expiratory Flow is provided.
Laboratory
Mandatory: N/A
Non-mandatory: N/A
Interpretations
Flag assignment and report content are generated to reflect the relevant combinations of data inputs from questionnaire responses and measurements.
🟢 Green flag: Indicates a normal peak flow result
🟡 Amber flag: Indicates a peak flow result slightly below normal or abnormal