Description: Let’s Clear the Air is a clinician handout on why lung function testing is essential when suspecting asthma or COPD among patients.
Access Instructions :
Owner/Author:
Choosing Wisely Canada
Patient Population:
Adult
Format:
Website
Relevant Quality
Statement:
Diagnosis
Decision Support Guidance
Who might use this tool?
- Family Physicians
- Primary Care Practitioners
- Pediatricians
When might they use this tool?
- When assessing a patient for asthma or COPD
- When sending or considering sending a patient for lung function testing
Why might they use this tool?
- To learn about the importance of lung function testing
- To overcome barriers to using lung function testing
What are important considerations when using this tool?
- This tool aims to encourage thoughtful conversations between clinicians and patients who have received a diagnosis of asthma or COPD
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