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16. I had a Pulmonary Function test

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Sun Nov 9, 2025, 03:29 PM

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and so did my husband. His was 30 years ago. Mine was 2 years ago. I was seated in a box and they put a hose/mouthpiece on, and positioned me a few different ways and told me how to breathe. It didn't take long.

My husband's experience was similar, but we were unfamiliar with the procedure. I sat outside the test room, while a tech tested him. I was surprised and amused when I heard a powerful female voice urging him on: "Harder! Deeper! Harder! Deeper! for several minutes. After we left the hospital, we laughed like fools. I haven't shared this much, but thought you'd get a smile to take your mind off the next few days.

I wish you well on all of your testing and upcoming surgery.

I edited to add the the box was clear plastic with a seat. Reminded me of a quiz show isolation box, but it wasn't sound proof or sealed in any way.

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