Spirometry Flashcards
1
Q
What does spirometry mean?
A
measure breath
2
Q
What does tidal volume mean?
A
This is the amount of air exchanged in a single breath.
3
Q
What does Inspiratory reserve
volume (IRV)
A
The maximum volume that can be inhaled from the end-inspiratory position
4
Q
What does Expiratory reserve
volume (ERV) Expiratory Reserve Volume?
A
– The maximum volume of air that
can be exhaled from the end-expiratory position
5
Q
What is Vital Capacity (VC)?
A
The volume equal to TLC - RV
6
Q
What is Residual Volume (RV)?
A
The volume of air remaining in the lungs after a maximum exhalation
7
Q
What Total lung capacity (TLC)
A
The volume in the lungs at maximal inflation
8
Q
What is pulmonary
ventilation?
A
Tidal volume x breathing rate
