Lung Volumes Flashcards
1
Q
Tidal Volume
A
Normal volume, what you breath in and out on a regular basis
2
Q
Inspiratory Reserve
A
any extra air you can breath in
3
Q
Expiratory Reserve
A
any extra air you can breath out
4
Q
Total Lung Capacity
A
deep breath, total amount of air breathed in
5
Q
Vital Capacity
A
after a deep breath, the total amount of air we can breath out
6
Q
Residual Volume
A
air remaining in the lungs that can’t be exhaled