Introduction - Microlife PF100 Manual De Instrucciones

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Introduction

Your new Microlife Peak Flow Meter is a high quality medical
device that measures your maximum possible exhalation
which is called «peak flow» (referred to in medical terms as
PEF - Peak Expiratory Flow) and «forced expiratory volume»
(commonly known as FEV1) in 1-second. Regular monitoring of
your peak flow is extremely useful for controlling diseases of
the airways such as asthma, C.O.P.D., or chronic bronchitis.*
Measurements can be performed on your own since the
Microlife monitor is very simple to use. It is as suitable for
children in the pre-school age as for the elderly. Because the
device has an automatic memory of 240 readings, you can take
the device with you the next time you visit your doctor for a
review of many readings. Your values can be printed out with
the small Microlife Thermal Printer (optional accessory). Read
through this instruction manual carefully before using the
device and then keep it in a safe place.
*A higher value usually means air is moving easily through your lungs. When asthma
attacks occur air cannot move easily through your lungs and lower values will be noted.
Indications for Use:
This device is intended for monitoring PEF (Peak Expired Flow
Rate) and Forced Expiratory Volume (FEV1) for patient use at home.
The device is designed for pediatric to adult patients. The simple
device interface provides ease of use for pediatric patients. When
the device is used to monitor lung conditions such as asthma or
C.O.P.D., the user should be under the care of a licensed health
care professional.* A licensed health care professional's advice is
required to understand the meaning and importance of
measurements reported by the device and how to decide on an
appropriate treatment plan. This treatment plan will tell the
patient what action to take when there are changes in their peak
flow measurements.
*They will instruct you on when to measure and will explain how your peak fllo
measurement helps them monitor your lung function and how well treatments are working
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