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Peak flow meter

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lynne1953
lynne1953

Ive been prescribed one but not shown how to use it or what normal is. At present, following the written instructions my highest reading is 200 I am 63 female and 5 ft 2 ins

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  • nigel28138
    nigel28138 lynne1953

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    Hi lynne if you contact your surgery you asthma nurse will show you the correct way to measure your peak flow every persons different I use mine to keep a record . It is very usefull to keep track of your asthma , when you use it I always do it 3 times I find you get a true indication that way if you can't get an appointment you could ring asthma uk I'm sure they would put you right hope this is some help.regards

    • lynne1953
      lynne1953 nigel28138

      Posted

      Thanks tried to make an appointment when I got the letter but was told to try in January.
  • beth30482
    beth30482 lynne1953

    Posted

    Hi Lynne think everyone readings differs as different factors such as height are taken into consideration

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