Lung Function Tests Made Easy

• The book begins with an outline of lung structure and anatomy, and then proceeds to basic functional considerations before discussing the tests themselves.
• Particular attention is given to spirometry and lung volume measurements.
• The text covers the functional assessment of exercise capacity, respiratory muscle strength and concludes with preoperative evaluation and recommendations.
• The text emphasises practical problems, including controversies associated with lung function testing.
• Boxes emphasise important topics throughout the text.
• Highlighted questions can be used for short tutorials or problem-based learning

The book is aimed at doctors, medical students, general practitioners, nurses, technicians and inhalation therapists as well as all those involved in clinical research or pharmaceutical studies who frequently employ physiological measurement and monitoring techniques.