The role of a nurse in conducting a spectrometric method of research

The diagnosis of these diseases involves a number of laboratory and functional tests. Spirometry is the basic method of assessing respiratory function. Spirometry is an examination of airflow, which allows you to assess your external respiratory function (ERF) in many ways. Spirometry is an instrumental method of lung diagnosis. Spirometry is performed using a special apparatus which consists of a computer with software and a functional part consisting of a mouthpiece, airway part and airflow sensors. Spirometry is a non-invasive method and the risk of complications is minimal. However, it is worth bearing in mind that the brain briefly experiences hypoxia during the examination due to the special breathing technique. In addition, the pressure in the lungs, chest and small circulatory vessels rises and the strain on the respiratory muscles and abdominal muscles increases. As a rule, patients who come for a diagnostic examination are not fully informed about the procedure. The doctor is assisted by a nurse, whose help is essential for the quality of the result.