PEAK FLOW meter standard with traffic light system for helpful self-monitoring

Anyone suffering from asthma or COPD needs to have their lung function checked regularly by a doctor. These potentially dangerous lung diseases require continuous monitoring. The PEAK FLOW Meter standard helps both the patient and their doctor. This self-monitoring device provides the doctor with important information about the patient's airways. This allows for more targeted medication adjustments. The PEAK FLOW Meter standard also measures exhalation rate. Based on the measurement results, the patient can determine their current lung function and quickly identify any deterioration. This can reduce the risk of asthma emergencies.

Effective asthma management

The PEAK FLOW meter measures the volume of air the patient exhales forcefully. To do this, the patient blows forcefully into the device through the mouthpiece. The exhalation rate can be determined using the scale on the PEAK FLOW meter. Poor results indicate narrowed airways. Depending on the exhalation volume, the result is assigned a traffic light rating. The accompanying PEAK FLOW diary allows for detailed documentation of daily measurements. Here, the patient can record not only the current reading but also any individual symptoms.

Using the PEAK FLOW Meter standard correctly

For optimal measurement results, the user must follow these important steps. First, the pointer on the measuring scale is pushed down to the 0 position until it audibly clicks into place. Then, the user should sit upright and hold the PEAK FLOW meter horizontally. Next, the device should be held by its outer edges, ensuring the hands do not touch the measuring scale. Now, the user should inhale as deeply as possible and seal their lips around the mouthpiece. Then, exhale forcefully. The pointer will jump upwards, indicating the current PEAK FLOW value.