What is another word for peak airflow?
Pronunciation: [pˈiːk ˈe͡əflə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
Peak airflow refers to the maximum volume of air that can be moved through a ventilation or respiratory system. There are several synonyms for peak airflow, including peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR), maximum respiratory flow rate, and maximum ventilatory capacity. PEFR is commonly used to measure the peak airflow in patients with respiratory diseases, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and bronchitis. It is also used to monitor the effectiveness of treatment and to assess the severity of respiratory conditions. The maximum respiratory flow rate is another synonym for peak airflow, which measures the rate at which air can be moved into or out of the lungs during forced breathing.
