DBV30053 Unit 2.4: Spirometer

What is a spirometer used for?

• Measuring blood pressure

• Measuring heart rate

• Measuring body temperature

• Measuring lung volume

Answer explanation

A spirometer is used for measuring lung volume, not blood pressure, heart rate, or body temperature.

Which test is often done to evaluate the health of the lungs?

• Spirometry

• Blood test

• MRI

• X-ray

Answer explanation

Spirometry is often done to evaluate the health of the lungs by measuring lung function through the assessment of airflow.

What symptoms can spirometry be used to diagnose?

• Headache

• Back pain

• Shortness of breath

• Stomach ache

Answer explanation

Spirometry can be used to diagnose symptoms like shortness of breath.

What types of diseases can spirometers provide a first-level diagnostic test for?

• Diabetes

• Pneumonia

• Asthma

• Arthritis

Answer explanation

Spirometers can provide a first-level diagnostic test for asthma, making it the correct choice among the given options.

What are the two types of spirometers mentioned in the text?

• Fast and Slow

• Small and Large

• Volume and Flow

• Analog and Digital

Answer explanation

The two types of spirometers mentioned in the text are Volume and Flow, not Fast and Slow, Small and Large, or Analog and Digital.

What should be checked before operating a spirometer?

• Battery level

• Grounding equipment

• Patient's weight

• Room temperature

Answer explanation

Before operating a spirometer, grounding equipment should be checked to ensure proper functioning and accurate results.

What should be done to the equipment after use?

• Throw it away

• Clean it for next use

• Use it for another patient immediately

• Leave it as it is

Answer explanation

After use, the equipment should be cleaned for the next use to maintain hygiene and prevent contamination.

What is a common error caused during 'zeroing' of the spirometer?

• Low battery signal

• Falsely elevated air volumes

• Incorrect temperature readings

• Elevated blood pressure readings

Answer explanation

During 'zeroing' of the spirometer, a common error is falsely elevated air volumes, which can lead to inaccurate readings.

What is a patient-related problem that can affect spirometry results?

• Talking during the test

• Sitting still

• Breathing normally

• Closing eyes

Answer explanation

Talking during the test can affect spirometry results by interfering with the accuracy of the measurements. It is important for the patient to remain quiet during the test to obtain reliable results.

What is a cause of errors when the sensor is obstructed?

• Water vapor

• Mucus

• All of the above

• Patient's fingers

Answer explanation

When the sensor is obstructed, errors can be caused by water vapor, mucus, and the patient's fingers, making 'All of the above' the correct choice.