The American Lung Association's Professional Spotlights include several brief lessons for healthcare providers and staff. These free mini lessons are designed to equip healthcare professionals with skills to better manage a patient's asthma.
Spirometry 101
Pulmonary function testing is the gold standard set by the American Thoracic Society to diagnose asthma and COPD. This lesson will provide an overview of ATS standards and help professionals learn interpretation through the review of two case studies.
Click “Register” to get started or “Sign In” if you already have an account. Once logged in, you can choose any one of the lessons listed under the Professional Spotlight section. If you leave the lesson and need to find it again later, search for “Professional Spotlights” when logged in.