Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The assessment of lung function is a critical component of clinical medicine, offering insights into the respiratory health of individuals. Spirometry, a key test in evaluating pulmonary function, is commonly used to measure static lung volumes and capacities. The present study evaluates the use of a student spirometer in performing static lung function tests among first-year MBBS students. The study aims to assess the feasibility, accuracy, and educational value of student spirometers in medical education. A cohort of 100 first-year MBBS students participated in this study, where spirometric measurements were performed to evaluate forced vital capacity (FVC), forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1), and the FEV1/FVC ratio. The results demonstrated good correlation with standard spirometric values, highlighting the effectiveness of student spirometers for educational purposes. This research emphasizes the potential role of spirometry in early medical education, providing students with foundational knowledge in respiratory physiology and diagnostic techniques.
Authors: Vishal Mansinghani, Puneet Aggarwal, Nidhi Acharya
Institution: Narendra Modi Medical College
Language: English
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6930465845
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