Question: Who Should Use Peak Flow Meters?
Answer: Peak flow meters can benefit almost anyone who has asthma, but you should only use one if your doctor recommends it for you. A peak flow meter can be an important tool that works in conjunction with your Asthma Action Plan.
Peak flow meters are so easy to use that even small children as young as age 3 can be trusted to use them. Why The process of blowing into a peak flow meter is much like blowing out a candle. So, age is not usually a factor. But a parent will have to help out, of course.
Not every person who has asthma will use a peak flow meter. Often it depends on how severe your asthma is and whether you need to take asthma medicine on a daily basis. People who have moderate to severe asthma will benefit the most from using a peak flow meter to help with asthma management.
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