SpiroPerfect Spirometry Quick Start Guide Basic
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1.2. Data After 3 satisfactory efforts select Done The Spirometry view appears displaying all the pre efforts Dun _ _ ___ ooo E ee H MM mi A MER a Ma a pa me a 9 Record a Post Test Optional aoe ie Either click on the Spirometry icon ie and select Add New Effort or click on the New Effort 5mm icon located in the taskbar at the top of the screen iit BIETET E Paasi hia obrado percata ora Ein saat docto Hewes pr eee eee You can compare tests done on different days and clearly see how patients progress View three parameters at once as a fa Select the FVC SVC or MW icon percentage of predictive values or of absolute value A Select Post Choose Action in menu Select Comparison Enter the medication and dosage Click on the check box in front of each test to select the test you want to compare Select Record to start recording Y p Go to the trend tab to see the trending chart When the patient has finished select Stop After 3 satisfactory efforts select Done The Spirometry ee al view appears displaying all post efforts Only the FVC tests are listed in this window Select the Final Result stage E ar to see change from pre to post 4341 State Street Road PO Box 220 Skaneateles Falls NY 13153 0220 USA p 800 535 6663 f 315 685 2174 www welchallyn com 2007 Welch Allyn REF 101912 Mat Number 708552 Ver B
3. SPIROMETRY What is spirometry Spirometry is the most basic and frequently performed test of pulmonary lung function A device called a spirometer is used to measure how much air the lungs can hold and how well the respiratory system is able to move air into and out of the lungs Because spirometry is based on a maximal forced exhalation the accuracy of its results are highly dependent on your understanding cooperation and best efforts therefore good coaching is essential Spirometry differs from peak flow readings in that spirometry records the entire forced breathing capacity against time and peak flow records the largest breathing flow that can be sustained for 10 milliseconds Both are often used in asthma care Why would need a spirometry test This test is used to determine the cause of shortness of breath to rule out any kind of obstructive disease that blocks breathing or restrictive disease that limits the expansion and capacity of the lungs Spirometry is most often used to diagnose and monitor lung problems such as chronic bronchitis emphysema pulmonary fibrosis chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD or asthma Spirometry is also used to monitor how well medications for respiratory problems are working and to evaluate breathing capability prior to surgery How is spirometry performed A spirometry test is done with a spirometer which consists of a mouthpiece and disposable tubing connected to
4. a machine that records the results and displays them on a graph To perform spirometry you must breathe through a flow transducer while performing certain breathing maneuvers like deep inhalation or forceful exhalation Some of the test measurements are obtained by normal breathing and other tests require rapid and forceful inhalation and or exhalation The volume of air inhaled or exhaled and the length of time each breath takes are recorded and analyzed Nose clips are usually used to make sure air is only coming out of the mouth Sometimes a test will be repeated to get the best and maximum effort Often the tests are repeated after a person takes a medication that opens the airways of the lungs a bron chodilator A spirometry test can take anywhere from 5 minutes to a half an hour depending on the different types of breathing tests being performed Are there risks associated with spirometry The risks are minimal for most people Because the test involves forced and rapid breathing some people may experience temporary shortness of breath Spirometry should not be done if a person suffers from chest pains has had a recent heart attack or has serious heart disease There is a small risk of a collapsed lung in people with a certain type of lung disease How should prepare for spirometry Do not eat a heavy meal before spirometry testing Refrain from smoking for 4 to 6 hours before the test Empty your bladder right before
5. ith fingers Keep your chin slightly elevated and make sure that your tongue is out of the flow transducer Take a good deep breath 1 In the Search box type the patient name or number can Now BLAST into the flow transducer as hard fast and be a partial entry completely as possible 2 Click the Go button Keep blowing squeeze all the air out 3 Click on the patient for whom you want to record the test Optional now forcefully inhale all the air Stop 8 Record a Test 10 Review Data and Print Report Firgas Eae par Bri Pin FEC i Laire a ont Le ea Choose Spirometry ie located in the toolbar at the top of the screen You can choose from multiple spirometry report templates Update any Patient information and Test information fields PA 7 Fa Click on the down arrow in the New spirometry test window gt rie L next to the Print icon and Select Next WE TETEDTSA choose Print Selected Select the FVC SVC or MVV icon A Formats to initiate printing Instruct the patient to hold the sensor away from his her If you just want to print one page click on the Print icon and mouth and perfectly still until the message disappears select the desired report page Select Record to start recording The patient should not place the sensor in his her mouth until the opening sensor message has disappeared When the patient has finished select Stop 11 Trend and Compare
6. rate located on the Toolbar Esibeste Patient should elevate chin and extend the neck slightly Update Calibration Code if needed and Temperature Humidity Patient should use a nose clip or pinch his her nostrils and Pressure fields with fingers Press the Next button to continue Practice the procedure with the patient before starting the test Pull syringe plunger out before connecting it to a new flow transducer Press the Calibration button in the window Verify that no finger is blocking the back of the flow transducer if Wait until the message Initializing sensor disappears and the the patient holds it This would create high back pressure and dialogue box with the image of the syringe appears result in extremely high prediction rendering the effort invalid Verify the syringe is completely filled and press the OK button Push the plunger in and pull it out without stopping in between 7 Patient Coaching 5 Select Patient Place the flow transducer in your mouth on top of your tongue amp between your teeth Open the CardioPerfect Workstation Software by double EA Close lips and teeth around the flow transducer to create a clicking on the CardioPerfect icon tight seal like if you were blowing in a musical instrument To enter a new patient 1 Click the Patient button H Bates 2 Fill in Patient Card To select a patient from the database Do not block the mouthpiece back screen w
7. testing Specific instructions will be given if medications such as bronchodilators or inhalers need to be withheld before the test Sometimes medication may be inhaled prior to the test to test how well an individual responds to medication 1 Install Software and USB Drivers This quick start guide is intended for use with CardioPerfect Workstation Version 1 6 0 or higher For complete directions for use and warnings please consult your user manual located on the SW CD 2 Connect USB Dongle to CPU Use the USB extension cable supplied with the sensor to lessen chance of USB connector damage Connect the pressure tubing to the sensor and the other end of the tubing to a flow transducer Connect the USB sensor to a USB port on your computer 3 Update Calibration Code Each lot of flow transducers has a specific Calibration code Make sure to update these in the SW when you receive a new lot of flow transducers Chie The Lot number and Calibration Code are located on the outside packaging label of the flow transducer box Update this information in the pre calibration window or in the Recording tab of the spiro settings 4 Calibrate the Spirometer 6 Patient Preparation C 3 p u a H 7 1 1 e A ra AS nie A The spirometry module must be opened before you can perform Patient may sit or stand a calibration Patient should loosen tight clothing Select Calib
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