Pulmonary Mechanics

Question 1

Assuming no Underlying Pathology,

What is the average Airway Resistance? (Raw)

(Include units)

Answer 1

0.5 - 2 cm H20 / Liters / sec

Question 2

Assuming no Underlying Pathology,

What is the average Dynamic Lung Compliance? (Cl)

(Include units)

Answer 2

50 - 80 mL / cm H20

Question 3

Assuming no Underlying Pathology,

What is the average Respiratory Rate ?

(Include units)

Answer 3

12 - 20 bpm

Question 4

Assuming no Underlying Pathology,

What is the average Minute Volume?

(Include units)

Answer 4

4 - 6 Liters / minute

Question 5

Assuming no Underlying Pathology,

What is the average Positive End Expiratory Pressure (PEEP)?

(Include units)

Answer 5

<5 cm H20

Question 6

Assuming no Underlying Pathology,

What is the average Inspired to Expired Ratio (I:E)?

(Include units)

Answer 6

~ 1.4

Question 7

Assuming no Underlying Pathology,

What is the average FEV1 (Forced Expired Volume in 1 second)?

(Include units)

Answer 7

2.4 - 4 Liters

Question 8

Assuming no Underlying Pathology,

What is the average FEV1/VC ratio?

(Include units)

Answer 8

> 80 %

Question 9

Assuming no Underlying Pathology,

What is the average Peak Inspiratory Airway Pressure?

(Include units)

Answer 9

12 - 20 (Average 18) cm H2O