Respiratory System Flashcards
1
Q
What is Tidal volume?
A
The amount of air inhaled/exhaled per breath (breathing depth)
2
Q
What is frequency? (in terms of the ventilation system)
A
The number of breaths taken per minute (breathing rate)
3
Q
What is minute ventilation?
A
The amount of air inhaled/exhaled per minute
4
Q
What is the equation linking Frequency, Tidal Volume and Minute ventilation?
A
Frequency x Tidal Volume = Minute Ventilation
[ TV x F = MV ]
5
Q
What is Vital Capacity?
A
The amount of air exhaled following a maximum inhalation
