Pulmonary Funtion Test PDF

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Diagnostic Procedure

Tawzer STUDENT NAME Cheyenne _____________________________________ Pulmonary Function Test PROCEDURE NAME ____________________________________________________________________

REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________

Description of Procedure A non-invasive test that shows how well the lungs are working. You will ask the client to empty their lungs by gently breathing out as much air as possible. Then have them take a quick, but deep, breath in. Hold it for 10 seconds, and then breathe out. The test will be done several times and will take about 30 minutes to complete.

Indications Evaluation or respiratory complaints, such as a cough and dyspnea, assessment and monitoring of disease severity and progression, monitoring for drug toxicity and efficacy, pre-operative assessment, evaluation of the effects of occupational or hazardous exposures.

Interpretation of Findings The lower the levels the worse off the clients lung capacity is. This can also indicate certain lung disorders and further testing may be required.

Potential Complications Dizziness during the test, feeling SOB, coughing, or a possible asthma attack brought on by deep inhalation.

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Nursing Interventions (pre, intra, post) Pre: Explain procedure, what is to be expected, and that it will not hurt. Intra: Make sure that all supplies are gathered before beginning, explain about how long the test will take Post: Praise the child for doing such a good job and deliver the results to the provider to discuss with the family

Client Education Schedule it at a time that the child is not usually tired of hungry, reschedule the test if the child develops any illness that makes it hard for them to perform the test.

Nursing Interventions Be patient with the child, explain what you're doing before you begin, why you're doing it, and that it doesn't hurt.

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