Breathing Diagram Flashcards
1
Q
What is tidal volume?
A
Normal amount of air inhaled or exhaled per breath
2
Q
What is vital capacity?
A
The largest volume of air that can be forcibly expired after the deepest possible inspiration
3
Q
What is residual volume?
A
The amount of air left in the lungs after max expiration
4
Q
What is expiratory reserve volume?
A
The amount of air that can be forced out after normal expiration
5
Q
What is inspiratory reserve volume?
A
The amount of air that can be forced in after normal inspiration
