Types of lung volumes 16.3 Flashcards
1
Q
What is tidal volume?
A
The volume of one breath
2
Q
What is the minute volume equation?
A
12breathx500ml
3
Q
What % of actual tidal volume reaches the lungs?
A
70%
4
Q
What does the spirometer do?
A
If measures respiratory rate
Inhalation and exhalation
5
Q
Define inspiratory respiratory reserve:
A
additional air that is inhaled beyond the normal 500ml
3100 in males
1900 females
6
Q
Define expiratory reserve volume:
A
Additional air expired after normal exhalation
7
Q
Define reserve residual:
A
The volume that remains even after the expiratory reserve volume is expelled
8
Q
What is diaphragmatic breathing?
A
outward movement of the abdomen
9
Q
What is coastal breathing?
A
Upward and outward movement of the chest
