NREMT Advanced EMT

Category - Airway and Respiration

What instrument measures the peak expiratory flow rate?
  1. Mark’s meter
  2. Johnson’s meter
  3. Wright’s meter
  4. None of the above
Explanation
Answer - C - The Wright’s meter measures the peak expiratory flow rate. This flow rate occurs during a maximum exhalation and is a reliable indicator of air flow. It is used to measure asthma severity and to monitor the patient’s therapy.
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