Lung Capcities Flashcards
1
Q
tidal volume
A
air volume during normal inspiration and expiration
2
Q
inspiratory reserve volume
A
maximum air inhaled after normal inhalation
3
Q
expiratory reserve volume
A
maximum air exhaled after normal exhalation
4
Q
vital capacity
A
greatest amount of air exhaled after taking the greatest breath possible
5
Q
residual capacity
A
air remaining in lungs after greatest exhale possible
6
Q
total lung capacity
A
maximum air that fills the lungs
