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Is it true that lung patients are still not being tested with spirometry at hospitals?
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Peak flow meters: Spirometry is helpful to check on lung function. It is easily done as an outpatient and can also be done as an inpatient. A peak flow meter can also be used at the bedside.
Answered 1/26/2015
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