Peak flowmeters are calibrated in which of the following units?

a. liters/second c. milliliters/second
b. liters/minute d. millimeters/minute


ANS: B
Peak flowmeters operate by measuring the gas flow against a rotating vane. Peak flowmeters are usually calibrated in liters per minute.

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