How to Use Pulmonary Function Tests Effectively
Mayo Clinic Talks
How to Approach Pulmonary Function Testing in the Setting of Dyspnea
When assessing a patient with dyspnea, one of the first things to consider is the pretest probability of the different conditions that may be contributing to the complaint./nIn the setting of a distant patient, pulmonary function tests such as spirometry are often the first step to assessing the patient's condition./nCardiopulmonary exercise testing can be helpful in assessing the patient's condition and determining if they are deconditioned.
00:00
Transcript
Play full episode
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
