Blar i forfatter "Dalbak, Lene Gjelseth"

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    • Diagnostic tests for lung and heart diseases in primary care - from quality assurance to epidemiology 

      Dalbak, Lene Gjelseth (Doctoral thesis; Doktorgradsavhandling, 2018-11-02)
      The use of pulse oximetry and spirometry tests in general practice is increasing. Pulse oximetry is a non-invasive method for measuring oxygen saturation (SpO2). The pulse oximeter is a helpful tool in primary care because it is tolerable for the patient, easy to use and acceptable within the time constraints of a busy practice. Spirometry is used in both diagnosis and monitoring of respiratory ...

    • Should pulse oximetry be included in GPs' assessment of patients with obstructive lung disease? 

      Dalbak, Lene Gjelseth; Straand, Jørund; Melbye, Hasse (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2015-12-11)
      <p><i>Objective</i>: To explore the associations between decreased pulse oximetry values (SpO2) and clinical, laboratory, and demographic variables in general practice patients diagnosed with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including those with both COPD and asthma in combination.</p> <p><i>Design/setting</i>: A cross-sectional study in seven Norwegian general practices ...