PASCO PS-2152 - Manuals
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Manual PASCO PS-2152
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Spirometer How it works 2 ® H o w i t w o r k s When the test subject breathes through the mouthpiece, a screen in the mouthpiece induces a minute resistance to the air flow. This resistance leads to a pressure differential across the screen that is measured via two air lines that lead to a differen...
Model No. PS-2152 Data Collection 3 ® Pulmonary Function Test Procedure 1. Use a nose clip or have the test subject hold his or her nose to ensure that all breathing is done through the mouth. 2. Hold the mouthpiece of the Spirometer stationary and away from air currents (including expired air). Sta...
Spirometer Data Collection 4 ® Procedure Notes Observing the following conditions will allow you to collect consistent and accurate data. • You may need to run the test a few times in order to get satisfactory data. • The subject should sit up or stand comfortably. • Talk the subject through each in...