lec 10 revision Flashcards
1
Q
what is the fick principle?
A
VO2 = Q(CaO2-CvO2) VO2= HR x SV (CaO2-Cv02)
2
Q
referring to the fick principle describe the difference between oxygen delivery in a child and in an adult
A
A child has lower oxygen delivery than an adult
3
Q
what is the VO2max of a sedentary female?
A
average VO2 max is about 33millilitres of oxygen per kg
of body mass per minute for sedentary young women