Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to peak expiratory flow:

1. Could I benefit from using a peak flow meter?
   
   
2. Where can I get a peak flow meter? Can you recommend a brand?
   
   
3. Can you show me how to properly use my peak flow meter?
   
   
4. How can I establish my personal-best baseline?
   
   
5. How often should I measure my peak expiratory flow?
   
   
6. At what times should I use my peak flow meter?
   
   
7. Do I need to carry my peak flow meter with me at all times?
   
   
8. What should I do when my score is in the yellow zone?
   
   
9. What should I do when my score is in the red zone?
   
   
10. What do the recordings in my asthma diary indicate?
    
    
11. I just purchased a new peak flow meter. Does this change anything?