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What does TLC stand for in lung volume terminology?
What does VT refer to in lung volume terminology?
What is the meaning of RV in the context of lung volumes?
What does ERV mean in lung capacity terminology?
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What is indicated by VC in lung volumes?
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What does FRC refer to in lung capacity?
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What is the meaning of IC in lung volume terminology?
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What does IRV mean in the context of lung volumes?
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Study Notes
Lung Volume & Capacity Definitions
- Total Lung Capacity (TLC): Represents the maximum volume of air the lungs can hold after a maximum inhalation.
- Tidal Volume (VT): The amount of air inhaled or exhaled during normal breathing.
- Residual Volume (RV): The volume of air remaining in the lungs after a forceful exhalation, preventing lung collapse.
- Expiratory Reserve Volume (ERV): The additional air that can be forcibly exhaled after the end of a normal expiration.
- Vital Capacity (VC): The total amount of air that can be exhaled after a full inhalation, a critical measure of lung function.
- Functional Residual Capacity (FRC): The volume of air remaining in the lungs after a normal expiration, consisting of RV and ERV.
- Inspiratory Capacity (IC): The maximum volume of air that can be inhaled after a normal expiration.
- Inspiratory Reserve Volume (IRV): The amount of air that can be inhaled after taking a normal breath, beyond the tidal volume.
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Test your knowledge on the definitions of various lung volumes and capacities. This quiz covers key concepts such as Total Lung Capacity, Tidal Volume, and Vital Capacity. Perfect for students of physiology and respiratory health.
