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The Spirometry Source
Safety
SAFETY
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
The ASTRA 300 spirometer has been designed for use
with safety in mind. All operating instructions must be
read before using the ASTRA 300. Failure to do so may
lead to injuries to the user or the patient and damage
to equipment and/or accessories.
INTENDED USE
The spirometer measures and calculates a series of
parameters related to human respiratory function. It is
intended to be used by or under the direction of a medical
professional
The spirometer is not designed for use outdoors or
under other conditions or using other power sources
not indicated in this manual.
EFFECTS ON PATIENTS USING THE SPIROMETER
The spirometry tests require patient cooperation.
Complete forced expiration is required to obtain meaningful
patient FVC values. The clinician administering the test
must assess the patient’s capacity to perform the
spirometry test.
LIMITATIONS OF USE. CONTRAINDICATIONS
An analysis of the results of spirometry tests is not
enough in of itself to give a correct diagnosis of the
patient’s clinical condition. The patient’s records and any
tests that the clinician believes necessary must therefore
also be considered. A doctor must interpret all data to
determine the course of treatment required.
The patient’s symptoms and capacity to perform a
spirometry test must be taken into account by medical
staff before any spirometric testing is undertaken.