An order is received to perform thefollowing bedside spirometry tests on a patient: tidal volume, FVC,and peak flow. Which device would you take with you to perform thetest?
A. Stead-Wells water sealspirometer
B. Maximum inspiratory pressuremanometer
C. Differential pressurepneumotachometer
D. Body plethysmograph
Elaborate in detail why the answerselected is the most appripriate selection and explain why theothers are not appropriate. Make sure to include reference/s withwork.
Spirometry is the most common of the pulmonary functiontests. Spirometry measures lung function, specifically the amount and/orspeed of air that can be inhaled and exhaled.
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