Spirometer trace definitions Flashcards
1
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Tidal volume
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The volume of air which moves into OR out of the lungs with each resting breath.
2
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Inspiratory Reserve Volume
A
The maximum volume of air that can be breathed in over and above a normal inhalation
3
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Expiratory Reserve Volume
A
The extra amount of air that can be forced out of the lungs over and above the normal tidal volume of air you breathe out
4
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Residual Volume
A
The volume of air that is left in the lungs when you have exhaled as hard as possible
5
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Vital Capacity
A
The maximum volume of air that can be breathed in when the strongest possible exhalation is followed by the deepest possible intake of breath
6
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Total lung capacity
A
Sum of vital capacity and residual volume
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