FVC, a Tool You Can Use.
- Formulating a clinical impression of a Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) maneuver is a high level task. It does not lend itself to “simplification”.
- The intention of the algorithm below is to provide an organized method to review and use the FVC and to assist the practitioner in determining appropriate care. (Not formulate a comprehensive interpretation)
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