Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

The Miniwright peak flow meter as a lung function measuring device.

F A de Hamel

    The New Zealand Medical Journal
    |September 22, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    Related Concept Videos

    You might also read

    Related Articles

    Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

    Sort by
    Same author

    Lung function in Maoris and Samoans working in New Zealand.

    The New Zealand medical journal·1983
    Same author

    Heterozygous alpha 1-antitrypsin deficiency: a longitudinal lung function study.

    The New Zealand medical journal·1981
    Same author

    Psychoneurotic profiles of smokers and non-smokers.

    British medical journal·1980
    Same author

    Stopping smoking. Symptoms and objective assessment in ex-smokers.

    The New Zealand medical journal·1979
    Same author

    Lung function tests.

    The New Zealand medical journal·1979
    Same author

    Smoking habit and psychometric scores: a community study.

    The New Zealand medical journal·1978
    Same journal

    Reed diffusers: a potential cause of poisoning in young children in New Zealand.

    The New Zealand medical journal·2026
    Same journal

    Stuffy nights: elevated bedroom carbon dioxide concentrations indicate inadequate ventilation in Wellington homes.

    The New Zealand medical journal·2026
    Same journal

    Cautionary tale of how sodium polystyrene sulfonate caused gut necrosis: a case report.

    The New Zealand medical journal·2026
    Same journal

    Emergency lateral canthotomy and cantholysis for acute globe subluxation.

    The New Zealand medical journal·2026
    Same journal

    Liberation of an incarcerated tibialis posterior tendon following a posterior malleolar ankle fracture: a case report.

    The New Zealand medical journal·2026
    Same journal

    Implementing a cultural safety training plan across medical colleges in Aotearoa New Zealand-looking back, and looking forward.

    The New Zealand medical journal·2026
    See all related articles

    The Miniwright peak flow meter offers reliable readings for monitoring respiratory health. Consistent use of the same device is recommended for accurate peak expiratory flow measurements.

    Area of Science:

    • Pulmonary Function Testing
    • Medical Device Evaluation

    Background:

    • Peak expiratory flow (PEF) measurement is crucial for assessing respiratory health.
    • Existing devices like the Wright meter have established clinical use.
    • The Miniwright peak flow meter is a newer device requiring validation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the performance and reliability of the Miniwright peak flow meter.
    • To compare Miniwright readings with the established Wright meter.
    • To establish normal PEF values for a general adult population.

    Main Methods:

    • Laboratory and community-based testing involving over 1000 adults.
    • Comparative analysis between Miniwright and Wright peak flow meters.
    • Durability and calibration stability assessment after extensive use.

    Related Experiment Videos

    Main Results:

    • A non-linear relationship was observed between Miniwright and Wright meters; PEF units are recommended over liters per minute.
    • One meter showed significant error, necessitating consistent use of the same instrument per patient.
    • The Miniwright demonstrated ruggedness, reliability, and ease of use, with calibration stability within +/- 2% after >4000 uses.
    • Normal PEF charts were generated for non-asthmatic working-age men and women.

    Conclusions:

    • The Miniwright peak flow meter is a robust and reliable tool for clinical use.
    • Consistent use of a single instrument is vital for accurate serial PEF monitoring.
    • The device is suitable for epidemiological surveys and occupational health monitoring of exposure to bronchoconstrictors.