C3- Mechanics of breathing Flashcards
1
Q
Total lung capacity is …
A
The amount of air your lungs can take in after 1 maximal inspiration
2
Q
Residual volume is …
A
The amount of air left after full exhalation
The lungs are never fully emptied of air, otherwise they would collapse
3
Q
Vital capacity is …
A
The amount of air that can be forced out during full exhalation, and after full exhalation
4
Q
Tidal volume is …
A
The Volume of breath, breathed in and out during rest
5
Q
Inspiratory reserve volume is …
A
By breathing in heavily, this is used to get more oxygen into the lungs
This is in addition to normal tidal volume
6
Q
Expiatory reserve volume is …
A
The amount of air breathed out after normal expiration
