Respiratory Values Flashcards
1
Q
Inspiratory Reserve Value (IRV)
A
The amount of air that can be forcefully inhaled after a normal breath.
2
Q
Tidal Volume
A
The amount of air that moves into and out of the lungs during a normal breath.
3
Q
Expiratory Reserve Value (ERV)
A
The amount of air that can be forcefully exhaled after a normal breath.
4
Q
Residual Volume
A
The amount of air remaining in the lungs after a forced exhalation.
5
Q
Vital capacity
A
The maximum amount of air that can be exhaled after inhaling as much air as possible.
