Definitions Flashcards
1
Q
Tidal Volume (TV)
A
Volume inspired or expired per breath (normal breathing)
2
Q
Inspiratory Reserve Volume (IRV)
A
Maximum inspiration at end of tidal (normal) inspiration
3
Q
Expiratory Reserve Volume (ERV)
A
Maximum expiration at end of tidal expiration
4
Q
Total Lung Capacity (TLC)
A
Amount of air in lungs after maximum inspiration. Subdivided into TV, IRV, ERV, RV
5
Q
Residual Lung Volume (RLV)
A
Volume in lungs after maximum expiration
6
Q
Forced Vital Capacity (FVC)
A
Maximum Volume expired after maximum inspiration
7
Q
Inspiratory Capacity (IC)
A
Maximum Volume inspired following tidal expiration
8
Q
Functional Residual Capacity (FRC)
A
Volume in lungs after tidal expiration
