A Peak Flow Meter Is a Portable Instrument Used to Measure

question 33

Multiple Choice

A peak flow meter is a portable instrument used to measure

• A) blood pressure
• B) how long one can hold his or her breath
• C) how fast air can be pushed out of the lungs
• D) breathing capacity and external respiratory function

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