Pulmonary fitness for underwater pressure exposure: a review of current procedures and standards.
The PFT SOPs developed by the DD&HM provide a standardised framework by which individuals requiring PFTs for service occupational reasons receive co-ordinated administration, consistent medical opinion and the opportunity to provide feedback. The SOPs have built in audit standards to ensure clinical governance is maintained.
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D000222:Adaptation, Physiological; D004242:Diving / Q000502:physiology*; D006801:Humans; D008168:Lung / Q000502:physiology*; D008889:Military Personnel; D009326:Naval Medicine; D016272:Occupational Health; D010809:Physical Fitness; D011312:Pressure; D012129:Respiratory Function Tests; D015656:Respiratory Mechanics; D006113:United Kingdom