Breathing Graph Explanations Flashcards
What is residual volume?
Volume of air remaining in the lungs after a maximum forced expiration
What is vital capacity?
Total volume of air an individual is able to breathe in, going from maximum forced expirations to maximum forced inspiration
What is total lung capacity?
Volume of air within lungs at the end of a maximum inspiration
What is inspiratory reserve volume?
Additional volume of air that can be inspired at the end of a quiet/resting inspiration
What is tidal volume?
Volume of air inspired/expired at rest during quiet/normal breathing pattern
What is expiratory reserve volume?
Additional volume of air that can be expired at the end of a quiet/resting expiration
What is functional residual capacity?
Volume of air within lungs at the end of a quiet/resting expiration
