A(n) ________ is a device that measures the air flowing out of the lungs, called the peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR), as a patient blows forcefully into the device.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
peak flow meter
A peak flow meter is a device that measures the air flowing out of the lungs, called the peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR), as a patient blows forcefully into the device.
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a. True b. False