Lung Volumes Flashcards
1
Q
Tidal volume
A
the volume of air breathed in and out with each breath
2
Q
Residual volume
A
the volume of air that remains in the lungs after maximum respiration
3
Q
Inspiratory reserve volume
A
the volume of air that can be breathed in on top of tidal volume
4
Q
expiratory reserve volume
A
the volume that can be breathed out after normal expiration
5
Q
Vital Capacity
A
the volume of air that can be forced out after maximal inspiration
6
Q
Minute Ventilation
A
volume of air passing through the lungs each minute
7
Q
Total Lung capacity
A
total lung capacity after you have inhaled as deeply and as much as possible
