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PHYSIOLOGY / THE INSTRUMENT ATLAS

See the instrument.
Understand the principle.

From a counting chamber to a spirometer. Learn what each instrument does, identify its parts and practise explaining the science behind it.

MBBS + BDS32 instruments128 viva promptsFirst-year foundation + revision
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2 instruments to explore

Spirometer — reference view
Respiratory

Spirometer

Measures exhaled or inhaled volume and flow to assess ventilatory function.

Identify · Locate · Practise 4 viva questions · Zoomable reference
Peak expiratory flow meter — reference view
Respiratory

Peak expiratory flow meter

Measures peak expiratory flow during a forceful expiratory effort.

Identify · Locate · Practise 4 viva questions · Zoomable reference

A core teaching collection for both courses. Instrument models and practical lists vary by college. Historical apparatus is included for recognition and principles; follow your department’s supervised practical programme.