Jain P, Kavuru M S
Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, OH 44195, USA.
Cleve Clin J Med. 1997 Apr;64(4):195-202. doi: 10.3949/ccjm.64.4.195.
The peak expiratory flow rate is an objective measure of airflow obstruction that patients can learn with little difficulty, and which provides physicians objective information for assessing a patient's condition. We outline how to use peak flow monitoring as part of an asthma treatment plan.