Table 1 Multiple-choice options for all nine spirograms per algorithm

From: Differences in spirometry interpretation algorithms: influence on decision making among primary-care physicians

Algorithm 1

 A

Further testing with full PFT's

 B

Suspect asthma

 C

Suspect COPD

 D

Normal

 E

Restrictive disease

 F

Unsure

Algorithm 2

 A

Asthma versus COPD

 B

Consistent with asthma

 C

Restrictive disease (refer to specialist)

 D

Unsure

  1. Abbreviations: COPD, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; PFT, pulmonary function test.
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