Pulmonary Function Test
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- čas přidán 14. 06. 2024
- Pulmonary function tests (PFTs) are a group of tests that measure how well your lungs work. This video will help you know what to expect if you are preparing for a PFT.
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Looks easy enough, might pass out but good thing is that you come around and you are surrounded by folks in the medical field.
I just cried watching this because I have to get it done next week and I have severe anxiety. Looks like this is going to send me into a panic attack
How was it I got mine tmr kinda nervous
Normally this wouldn't bother me but bcuz I've had some issues with shortness of breath, dizziness, & fainted once...it's giving me a little anxiety as well
It’s not
Me too!
It's horrible
I had this test done today... If you're worried or have anxiety about it, don't! I'm pretty anxious when it comes to anything health / Doctor related and once again, with a lot of my procedures, tests, etc., it was a piece of cake. I would have to say the most annoying part of the test is the "deep breath in, exhale hard until your lungs are emptied and keep trying to empty them while they're already empty for five seconds" portion. It could lead to some light headed-ness, but just tell the Nurse and she'll give you a break. Don't worry about getting this done! :)
Did you have to do PCR test before this?
@@chasesamm1050 Nope!
Wow .. they want my wife to take it
Thank you. I'm going Monday.
@@adriancanestra6910 Good luck! It's a piece of cake! Take care :)
You did a great job with this video.
I’ll be taking this test tomorrow..It looks as if someone could get dizzy or lightheaded..I’ll huff and I’ll puff and I’ll blow the door down 😝
I just did mine about 10 minutes ago and saw stars😂🤣
@@terascroggins2544 me too, I did mine today and holy shit I really thought I was gonna pass out lol. I pray I pass 😥 been down all day about it.
I"M DOING MINE THE AFTERNOON.
How was it everyone? Did you guys pass it
And kick it down
Excellent video! Thank you soooo much!
Thx I’m going in to get one. Didn’t know what to expect
thank you! looks like fun!
Interesting good job Ms.Dr
wow great video
I wish we could hear the respiratory therapist coach the patient. Her body language was great and I suspect that her vocal cues are too.
ill be taking this test tomorrow wish me luck
😟 This straight activated my anxiety.
I feel like I'm going to pass the heck ouuuuut just listening to what'll be required of me! 😔
How'd it go? You have to share.. Were you dizzy? I swear I almost passed out lol
Please be assured that the test is not painful and the breathing techniques are simple. Your test administrator will coach you through the test and encourage you to give your best effort.
@@columbushosp the breathing techniques were not too bad, but I did almost pass out to the point drool was dripping out of my mouth.
Me too. And I go for mine in 3 hrs 🤦🏽♀️
@@wendabonazza5536 its not too bad, just don't lean hunched over when you blow out.
I just subscribed to your channel I had this test done on me it fell like I had no air coming from my lungs I kept coughing Ms Joy your new subscriber 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
I’m pretty anxious about taking this test. I was in the hospital for 5 months on ECMO due to severe covid in 2021. The virus damaged my lungs and just watching this video and what’s required to do activated my anxiety lol. I have a hard time breathing and I just hope I don’t end up coughing really hard from not catching my breath on time.
I’m so sorry. Covid is truly a horrible horrible illness. I hope you are doing much better.
How it went?
I’m here now taking the test
I have breathing issues just talking. There is no way I could handle this test without having some respiratory distress
Thank you!
1000th subscription
Is there a test that measures the strength of each lung separately? I feel that my right lung disfunction after a neck accident. How can be diagnosed if you are single lung ?
I do one every year, l just had one done yesterday.
Mine is 100 ml less then 18 months ago. It could be that I recently had a cold. They never clipped my nose. Also it was a mobile test and not all fixed like this one.
I have this tomorrow here in the UK iam struggling with my breathing so iam looking forward to getting a better inhaler
how did it go ?
I had probably my 5th pft today. I have asthma and for the first time ever it took 8 times and evevn then it wouldnt give clear results i guess. What does that even mean? I funished the time it takes for each breath but still she said it wasnt enough. Any idea what this mean?
Do they use a completely different mouth peice for patient ? I can’t catch Covid again
I just had mine yesterday. It went pretty well except there was NO box I sat in, I sat in a chair and the tests were also different. I have anxiety and was so scared of getting this done but it was a piece of cake.. after watching this, I’m wondering how accurate my results are. My mouth was on the tube halfway down,clamped shut though and I never had to breath shallowly quickly 🤔 .. never got dizzy even inhaling as much as I could in one breath or exhaling forcefully.. however my last test called a DCLO test with nitrogen had me leaving the place very disoriented for some reason, it as very odd. I’m guessing testing places are all different 🤷🏻♀️ but it was not the nightmare I thought it would be.
dclo is the highest quality
Is this necessary test to find any stomach or lungs problems? Please advise.
Had it done today and couldn't breathe if your clipping your nose n blowing in or out I felt lighted.
What does it look like if someone has COPD?
I am coughing after I got sick, should I take the test or reschedule
Why not use a full face mask? Like a cpap mask instead of nose clips or ambu bag mask.
Question: I am scheduled to have these done soon but am concerned about the cleanliness of the equipment (and picking up a virus, covid especially). I see that a number of the tubes are probably disposable but are the non-disposable pieces thoroughly disinfected INSIDE each after each patient is tested? Thanks for all additional info you can provide 🙏🏼 👍🏽
How did it go with your test? I also have the same concerns about the cleanliness of these equipments . I am scheduled next week.
@@cza8294 Hi. They went well. I did not get covid from them or pick up any other illness. The tech assured me that all were cleaned out very well and the pieces that I had directly in my mouth were all disposable so they change for every patient, every time. She said they also allow, I think she said 30 min. between each test so they can disinfect the room, have it air out etc. The tests themself were fine. There are many of them and they take a long time but they instruct you throughout, they don't hurt etc, and in a way, they are kind of fun because they put your lungs to the challenge! Although I have thought I had asthma for years, my tests showed, I don't have asthma. We think now I might be having an aspiration problems where my swallowing has issues and contents from my mouth is getting into my lungs. It was good to do the tests though to eliminate asthma and get me off all my asthma meds (which I think were creating other problems for me like GERD) and it's good to know that on the whole my lungs are healthy and have no direct issues (e.g. like lung cancer) but that my problems are stemming from a different source, even though they are getting into my airways. So, try not to worry about your test. It's good you're having it done. You can always call the lab ahead of time, express your concerns of cleanliness during this pandemic, and ask exactly HOW and what they do to assure the equipment is clean. That should bring you some peace of mind. Dress warmly or in layers so you can be comfy. The room was a bit chilly. And just enjoy the experience. It will be good to know more about your lung function and health afterward. Good luck! and let me know how you did, if you'd like to share 😁 👍🏽
Also, my pulmonologist ordered a blood test for that same test day - to see the level of oxygen in my blood. I don't think that's standard but yours may order it too. If I didn't want to do it, the tech said I didn't have to. I agreed to do it as it would provide more info. For that, she gave me a small injection of Lidocane - a numbing drug in my wrist - then drew some blood. It didn't hurt but my wrist, hand, and thumb, and fingers stayed numb and funny feeling throughout the test and even a couple of more hours later, but all resolved fine later on. No big deal. Again, good luck! I hope all goes well for you and you find the cause of your troubles and can resolve them 👍🏽 😁
I have one this month . They are making me get a covid test 3 to 5 days before this
@@rwilf7242 They made me get a covid test too. That's good and also helps keep the equipment safe. Good luck with your test and you'll be in good hands so don't worry 👍🏽
Great!! more stress and anxiety.
I’ll be taking one of these next Wednesday.. any advice on the aftermath?? I feel like someone could really get lightheaded or dizzy. 😵💫😵💫
Please be assured that the test is not painful and the breathing techniques are simple. Your test administrator will coach you through the test and encourage you to give your best effort.
@@columbushosp When you have to blow into this bloody device 4 times without much of a break and without a nose clip can be a pain.
Is it okay to cough? because when I try and take a deep breath in, it hurts on the left side of my chest, and then I start to cough. I had covid in April 2021. My doctor referred me for a PFT at the hospital. Haven't had the PFT done yet. I'm a bit worried because it is so hard for me to breathe in deeply, and blowing out is about the same.
Bo. We are sorry to hear this. Please reach back out to your doctor for further guidance.
If you have to cough that will be taken into consideration I’m sure. They are very nice and patient and make sure you’re ok. Relax and feel better soon xx🙏
I need takes this for my medical wavier for asthma to see if get in to the military wish me luck
Did you get the medical wavier?
Did you get the waiver?
can kids take this test?
I have to have this done and Im more anxious then ever. One I dont like getting dizxy or passing out. Why would they do a test that makes that happen? I do suffer from claustrophobic. My kids try to reassure me. I wished I wouldnt of watched. Especially that one part where it says something about it will feel like the air is blocked.😢
And does it have to be repeated so much?
I just had this done in Germany but no one ask if you have anxiety in the box get you butt in there and breathe in and out and finito, but wha is a good or normal level of oxygen exhaled? He said you are normal, but give me the steroid to take once a day.
Pulmonologists use the test to measure the capacity of your lungs. Everyone’s lungs are different, so your test administrator will use multiple factors (age, weight, gender, race, etc.) to develop reference numbers and identify an appropriate range based on your characteristics. Ideally, a normal range is 70-80% or above your predicted reference number. Please follow up with your pulmonologist to receive your official results.
I have anxiety and this was my worst nightmare. I couldn't even finish but I wish I did
I have anxiety and claustrophobic and can’t even hold my breath for 5 seconds comfortably when having scans and get dizzy and light headed so how will I manage this 🤦🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️
@@familyvlogsellieneavejackb3251 how did it go?? I’m going in for mine tomorrow and I’m so terrified lol
I just took a spirometry test about a week ago and my pulmonologist said the results were normal in the follow up I had yesterday, yet after I told them about how I used my rescue inhaler an hour before the test they said I wasn’t supposed to do that before any breathing test, and no I wasn’t told this before the procedure. Does this mean my lung function would’ve been lower than what was shown in the spirometry report?
Maybe, I have to take one and the instructions given were not to use an inhaler for 24 hours before test. Another part said 8 hours before. No cough medicine for 48 hours before. I forgot about that one but I took it was 40 hours before my test so I hope that's still ok.
Your not supposed to take it before. If needed you can take it during and that shows the difference.
had probably my 5th pft today. I have asthma and for the first time ever it took 8 times and evevn then it wouldnt give clear results i guess. What does that even mean? I funished the time it takes for each breath but still she said it wasnt enough. Any idea what this mean?
When I went to do this test my doctor sprayed something in my throat in the middle of the test. What was it?
@@nik144an it's pretty obvious what do you swallow, from your jokes
Albuterol . Inhaler - to open up ur lungs
@@MOBU76 thank you
Often, the respiratory therapist uses an inhaler as a bronchodilator. It is an inhaled medication used to relax the muscles in the lungs and improve breathing.
My experience trying this was terrible, my lungs r bad from breathing chemicals at work. I couldn't do it. N I'm young still , I finally got upset n left. Needles to say I found another clinical place for myself .but u made it look so easy, cough ,coughing .
You should probably get a lung ct to see if you have any damage. I had the same uncomfortable experience and think I failed one when I was younger. Now when I'm 54, I had a lung ct and says I have emphysema
My brother failed one today. He could not exhale out with enough force to get a reading. What could that mean?
@@amarsinghhembram4379 keep me updated buddy. I just had one today, they didn't tell me anything. I'm worried. Idk if I failed it or passed. He just kept saying good good, but also said my lower left lung is not doing much and my airways are obstructed. 😫 a asthma treatment changed nothing. 😪
I gave up cigs a year ago and switched to vaping and I've felt a lot better, but now discouraged 😞
Thomas, how are you man? Any updates? I also worked in a non ventilated shop for a few years 😞
@@spartannation8981 I use a couple different inhalers, I cape when I'm not at work, have a better job, no painting without masks for me, I m still active, walking my Chihuahua puppy Lucky, Oh and riding my E bike, still get winded easily, the only med I found that work, a purple disk, got to pay out of pocket for it because insurance won't pay. Just making the best of it . Thanks you made my day .
Thanks alot...What does it mean if someone fails the PFT?
It means abnormal results from pft. It usually means that you may have chest or lung disease. Some lung diseases (such as emphysema, asthma and infections) can make the lungs function abnormal for example, lungs can help in breathing but not as a healthy person well and smoothly.
Test administrators ask each patient to try their best when completing the test. The machine requires a six-second standard to receive a test reading. Suppose a patient fails a test due to the machine’s inability to capture an accurate reading. In that case, the patient will need to work with the test administrator regarding proper breath technique.
If a patient failed because their test results were low, we would encourage them to work with their doctor directly.
Yup I always cough during these
I need to pass so I can get into the military. Even though I already passed one when I was 17
Do you need to run or bike in the test too?
That’s a stress test. Totally different
I did this today, this was one of the worst exam i’ve ever had at the VA. I almost passed out twice and im not a person that passes out or get tired easily.
I have my exam this morning definitely nervous it's for the VA also
Jayson. The worst part of it is when they keep telling us to breathe out when there's no more air left in the lungs to breathe.
the lungs
That's almost inhumane. I'm supposed to take one of these tests and I plan to warn them that if I have no air left to breathe out, I'm going to take a breath... not sit there and torture myself. If they tell me I have to continue to, I'll tell them I won't. Plain & simple. It's very obvious that people who are going in for these tests are having Pulmonary problems, and the test probably measures what a normal breathing should look like. Ffs we're not being told to take these tests because we're breathing fine, so they cannot force us to pretend to breathe fine.
Can you tell I'm a non-compliant patient? 😂
@@nickthamagnificent8252did u pass?
@@jwilliam3328 nope failed after 6 tries couldn't breathe in it so idk what's gonna happen
charges for this test ??
To complete the test, facilities must have a doctor’s order. The order will determine whether you need the full or partial test. We encourage you to speak with your doctor and insurance company to determine the necessary tests and the total cost.
I can barely breath as it is so I don't know how the heck I'm supposed to do this test without having major problems and possibly passing out. Not looking forward to it.
How did your test go? Did you have difficulty? If so, how did they handle it?
@@alouise3557 Hi! my test went better than I thought it would. It really wasn't that bad. I had one years ago that left me feeling faint and completely breathless so that is why I was afraid. I don't know why this recent test seemed shorter and easier. It helped that the folks there were really nice. I explained to them ahead of time that I was really short of breath that day and expressed my concerns to them. I think that really helped me as well
Does urgent care units do this for trouble breathing
No, urgent care units do not offer this test. The tests vary by location.
PLEASE! Someone tell me exactly what is terrifying about this test. I am about to have this exact test and I watched the video thinking..... OK, I GOT THIS, I JUST NEED TO BREATHE What am I missing? Please tell me.
Nothing really, last time i had it done i just had a problem sitting in a small booth like that
For some people, being enclosed in a pod like this can cause anxiety even though they can see through the walls.
It can also cause anxiety for some to try to breath out while the machine to offering resistance.
Different people fond different experiences uncomfortable.
Ps. I just had one last week and I was fine.
Snowflakes, eh?@@beverly9
Oh noooo i have this test in an hour im terrified 😢
I did this test yesterday with the difference they gave me 4 time to take ventolin then we staring the second part with the test
Your results aren’t accurate. You are not supposed to have any caffeine or inhalers 6 hours prior to testing.
Wouldn’t the results be different if the test were
given while the person is having an asthma attack?
They would of course stop the test if tat happened
@@John-jd3nr no! I mean if your are home and
in the middle of night had an asthma attacked.
If you take the test while feeling ok.
The test results would be very different.
@@Jimfromearthoo7 Well of course...the tests show the general health of the lungs, and can often suggest asthma during the test.
This test determines a baseline for a patient’s lung capacity without medication in their system. The test administrator sets the baseline results before administering a bronchodilator to decide if the medicine improves the patient’s lung capacity.
@@columbushosp some days my breathing
is not as good as other days. I may not have a full blown
asthma attacked but breathing is shallow
Maybe because I have asthma and COPD?
Is this test expensive?
It's almost 9,000 php here in the Philippines
To complete the test, facilities must have a doctor’s order. The order will determine whether you need the full or partial test. We encourage you to speak with your doctor and insurance company to determine the necessary tests and the total cost.
Taking this test in 2.5 hours
Why is this all done using mouth breathing? Isn’t that method inefficient and unhealthy? How can you properly measure your body’s ability to perform using suboptimal methods?
I'm dreading the hell out of this. I have enormous anxiety around breathing.
It was as bad as I anticipated. I nearly passed out doing the very first test and I still felt weird hours later, but at least I survived. Now I just have to wait for the results. Probably going to tell me I'm just fat and lazy. lol
@@nodak81 Thanks for posting the aftermath. I'm scheduled for one on March 17 and am petrified 😰
I can't be in enclosed places.
Blessings
I’m 14 and super scared to do this
I hope you are ok
Please be assured that the test is not painful and the breathing techniques are simple. Your test administrator will coach you through the test and encourage you to give your best effort.
@@columbushosp how long does the test take?
The test itself is easy u do get lightheaded on a few of the test and then doing the breathing treatment you can feel like poop 💩 I got a headache and a stomach ache from all this
I had anxiety going in but not to fear...the test is very non invasive.
Anyone having one of these due to a paralyzed diaphragm?
Is it normal to hear a wheeze then it goes away schlumberger wants me to do a test like this for a job
Pulmonologists use the test to measure the capacity of your lungs. Everyone’s lungs are different, so your test administrator will use multiple factors (age, weight, gender, race, etc.) to develop reference numbers and identify an appropriate range based on your characteristics. Ideally, a normal range is 70-80% or above your predicted reference number. Please follow up with your pulmonologist to receive your official results.
You have to improve your technique of Spirometry.
Idk why others are afraid but I'm mainly afraid that I'll mess up steps
It is true that breathing through the nose offers many benefits, including humidification of inhaled air, filtering of dust and other particles, and improved oxygen consumption. However, when we are performing a pulmonary function test, it is better to breathe through the mouth. This is because we are testing maximum lung capacities and force - both of which are much easier to achieve through the mouth. We also need a tight seal for the tests, which is easier to achieve using a mouthpiece.
Had mine today - it was awful.
Dana Petersen please explain what was horrible about this. Thank you
It was awful..had mine yesterday...
*This test is going to kill my mum. I told her to take all her puffers with her when she gets hers done. she gets out of breath just bending down*
This is a very difficult test. If there are contraindications to its implementation, then this should be taken into account.
You aren’t supposed to have caffeine or inhalers at least 6 hours before this test for accuracy
I said for after.. and I'm sure if she had an attck she would take her inhalers. last time she was in hospital her oxgen levels was down to 85%@@natashalove7016
i have this test today. idk why my dr ordered this. i don.t even smoke.
If you were recently in the hospital and had a low O2 during your sleep they order the test also if you snore or your past or present work environment
Something out of a horror movie.
The headache and dizzy I will be getting from this isn’t going to be fun😭
Oh hell naw
Omg I am scheduled to do this test on Nov. 2nd. I also have Bells Palsy. I’m not sure I’ll be able to do what needs to be done.🥹🫤
How’d it go ?
@@xxxdpgxxxx1389 it went well, wasn’t difficult