Lung Volumes Flashcards
1
Q
Tidal Volume (VT)
A
Normal Breathing = 500 mL
2
Q
Inspiratory Reserve Volume (IRV)
A
Maximal Inhalation = 3000 mL
3
Q
Expiratory Reserve Volume (ERV)
A
Maximal exhalation = 1000 mL
4
Q
Residual Volume (RV)
A
Gas left in lungs after maximal exhalation = 1500 mL
Can not be measured with simple spirometry