Respiratory Physiology Flashcards
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Q
Which of the following is/are true?
a. The normal alveolar dead space is around 150 mL.
b. The normal physiologic dead space is around 150 mL.
c. The respiratory unit is composed of the terminal bronchiole, alveolar duct, and alveolar sac.
d. B & C only
e. AOTA
A
B.
Anatomic dead space = 150 mL
Alveolar dead space = 0 mL
Physiologic dead space = AnaDS + AlvDS
PDS = 150 mL
