Suitable for nurses, GP’s and other HCP who are involved in the diagnosis of respiratory conditions and are currently or have previously reported/interpretated spirometry traces.
Performing
Pathophysiology of lung disease
Equipment used for measuring lung function
Cleaning and maintenance of equipment
How to perform spirometry to the recommended quality assured standard (practical)
Errors and pitfalls
COVID and spirometry in practice
By the end of the course delegates will:
Understand pre-test requirements and patient safety
Infection control measures for equipment maintenance
Equipment calibration / verification both technically and biologically
CQC Requirements
Recognise common errors when performing the test
Understanding technical acceptability and reproducibility
Obtain a quality assured spirometry trace, with basic interpretation
Interpretation
Pathophysiology of lung disease
Define airflow limitation
Reversibility and guidelines
Diagnosis
When to refer
By the end of the course delegates will:
Understand the pathophysiology of obstructive and restrictive lung disease
Recognise different severities of obstruction
Be able to understand positive and negative reversibility in accordance with national and BTS guidance
Diagnose case studies from the workbook issued with the course