Resp - Lung volumes Flashcards
1
Q
Tidal Volume
A
Normal volume of air into lung on single inspiration
500ml
2
Q
Inspiratory reserve volume
A
Maximum amount of inspiration above tidal volume
3000ml
3
Q
Expiration reserve volume
A
Maximum expired volume after tidal volume
1000
4
Q
Residual volume
A
Amount of air in lungs after expiration reserve volume
1200
5
Q
Vital capacity
A
Maximum expiration after normal inspiration
4500
6
Q
Inspiratory capacity
A
Maximum inspiration after normal expiration
3500
7
Q
Functional residual capacity
A
Amount of air in lungs at resting chest position
2200
8
Q
Total lung capacity
A
Maximum amount of air the lungs can contain
5700
