The lungs the ability to exchange gas molecules


  • What 4 factors are involved to allow the lungs the ability to exchange gas molecules?
  • How are pulmonary functions test able to provide information about these 4 factors
  • What are the basic diagnostic and therapeutic questions that pulmonary function tests can answer?
  • What are the components (besides PFTs) that make up a complete pulmonary assessment of the patient?
  • In your own words describe the general purpose of PFTs.
  • Describe the difference between airway resistance (Raw) and restrictive lung impairment.
  • List the physiologic factors (not diseases) that can obstruct air flow
  • List the physiologic factors (not diseases) that can decrease the ability of the lungs to inflat
  • What are the two major pathological processes that are identified by PFTs?
  • What are the two specific components of lung mechanics measurements?
  • How is the patient monitored (for safety and test accuracy) during a PFT maneuve?

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