*Ph.D. Scholar, PG & Research Department of Home Science, Bharathidasan Govt. College for Women, (Autonomous), Puducherry
**Associate Professor & Head, PG & Research Department of Home Science, Bharathidasan Govt. College for Women, (Autonomous), Puducherry
Online published on 1 August, 2019.
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate of children has been known to vary with region. The present study aimed to compare the airway patency of school children (10 – 14 years)in each of the 4 regions of the Union Territory of Puducherry based on PEFR zones. A cross sectional study was conducted among 1926 school children selected by stratified random sampling method. Anthropometric measurements and Peak Expiratory Flow Rate were assessed using.prescribed standardized tools such as stadiometer, weighing machine, non-stretchable flexi tape and Mini Wright peak flow meter. Data was analyzed using SPSS 19.0 version. The results revealed a significant difference in the anthropometric and PEFR
School children, peak expiratory flow rate, anthropometric measurement, Union Territory of Puducherry
