Lung function testing

Students use a peak flow meter and a spirometer (Supports: AQA Unit 14).

This resource contains:

Using a peak flow meter. A procedure to measure peak expiratory flow - STUDY SHEET
Using a spirometer. A procedure to obtain measurements of lung capacities such as vital capacity and forced expiratory volumes - STUDY SHEET
Lung function tests using spirometry. How different measurements of lung volumes can be obtained and used diagnostically - FACT SHEET
Spirometry. Information on spirometry and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - FACT SHEET