Status asthmaticus other diagnostic studies
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Overview
Overview
FEV1 lower than 60% predicted is strongly suggestive of severe airway obstruction. Peak flow rate measurement is a simple bedside method to assess the severity of airway obstruction. A red zone indicates less than 50% of the usual or normal peak flow reading signifying a severe airway obstruction.
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