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What constitutes the vital capacity of the lungs?
What constitutes the vital capacity of the lungs?
- Tidal volume + Inspiratory reserve volume + Expiratory reserve volume (correct)
- Expiratory reserve volume + Residual volume
- Vital capacity + Residual volume
- Tidal volume + Inspiratory reserve volume
Which lung volume represents the amount of air inhaled or exhaled during normal, quiet breathing?
Which lung volume represents the amount of air inhaled or exhaled during normal, quiet breathing?
- Tidal volume (correct)
- Inspiratory reserve volume
- Expiratory reserve volume
- Residual volume
A patient has a tidal volume of 500 ml, an inspiratory reserve volume of 3 liters, and an expiratory reserve volume of 1.2 liters. What is this patient's vital capacity?
A patient has a tidal volume of 500 ml, an inspiratory reserve volume of 3 liters, and an expiratory reserve volume of 1.2 liters. What is this patient's vital capacity?
- 5.9 liters
- 4.7 liters (correct)
- 3.5 liters
- 4.2 liters
What is the functional residual capacity (FRC) a combination of?
What is the functional residual capacity (FRC) a combination of?
Which volume remains in the lungs even after maximal exhalation?
Which volume remains in the lungs even after maximal exhalation?
If a person has a vital capacity of 4.7 liters and a residual volume of 1.2 liters, what is their total lung capacity?
If a person has a vital capacity of 4.7 liters and a residual volume of 1.2 liters, what is their total lung capacity?
Which of the following best describes inspiratory reserve volume?
Which of the following best describes inspiratory reserve volume?
What is the approximate value of tidal volume in a healthy adult during quiet breathing?
What is the approximate value of tidal volume in a healthy adult during quiet breathing?
Which of the following is the correct calculation for inspiratory capacity?
Which of the following is the correct calculation for inspiratory capacity?
What is the primary function of the inspiratory reserve volume?
What is the primary function of the inspiratory reserve volume?
A spirometry test reveals a patient's expiratory reserve volume is lower than normal. What could this indicate?
A spirometry test reveals a patient's expiratory reserve volume is lower than normal. What could this indicate?
If a person's tidal volume is 0.5 liters and their inspiratory reserve volume is 3 liters, what is their inspiratory capacity?
If a person's tidal volume is 0.5 liters and their inspiratory reserve volume is 3 liters, what is their inspiratory capacity?
Which of these individuals would likely have the largest vital capacity relative to their total lung capacity?
Which of these individuals would likely have the largest vital capacity relative to their total lung capacity?
Why is residual volume important for maintaining respiratory function?
Why is residual volume important for maintaining respiratory function?
What would be the impact on total lung capacity if a patient's residual volume significantly increased due to a respiratory condition while their vital capacity remained constant?
What would be the impact on total lung capacity if a patient's residual volume significantly increased due to a respiratory condition while their vital capacity remained constant?
A patient is having difficulty exhaling completely. Which lung volume is most likely affected?
A patient is having difficulty exhaling completely. Which lung volume is most likely affected?
During heavy exercise, which of the following changes is most likely observed in lung volumes?
During heavy exercise, which of the following changes is most likely observed in lung volumes?
A patient’s functional residual capacity is found to be significantly higher than normal. This might suggest:
A patient’s functional residual capacity is found to be significantly higher than normal. This might suggest:
How would an increase in lung compliance (increased elasticity) most likely affect the inspiratory reserve volume?
How would an increase in lung compliance (increased elasticity) most likely affect the inspiratory reserve volume?
A respiratory therapist is explaining lung volumes and capacities to a patient with asthma. Which lung volume should the therapist emphasize as being particularly important for the patient to understand in relation to managing their condition?
A respiratory therapist is explaining lung volumes and capacities to a patient with asthma. Which lung volume should the therapist emphasize as being particularly important for the patient to understand in relation to managing their condition?
Flashcards
Tidal Volume
Tidal Volume
The volume of air moving in and out with each breath during normal, quiet breathing; approximately 500 ml.
Inspiratory Reserve Volume
Inspiratory Reserve Volume
The volume of air that can be inhaled above the tidal volume, around 3 liters; represents a backup air supply.
Expiratory Reserve Volume
Expiratory Reserve Volume
The volume of air that can be exhaled below the tidal volume, about 1.2 liters.
Residual Volume
Residual Volume
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Functional Residual Capacity
Functional Residual Capacity
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Inspiratory Capacity
Inspiratory Capacity
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Vital Capacity
Vital Capacity
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Total Lung Capacity
Total Lung Capacity
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Study Notes
- Covers lung volumes and capacities
Lung Volumes
- Lung volumes measure different aspects of airflow into and out of the lungs
Tidal Volume
- Tidal volume is the volume of air moving in and out during each breath
- The volume of air moving in and out with each breath during normal, quiet breathing is 500 ml
Inspiratory Reserve Volume
- The inspiratory reserve volume is the volume of air that can be inhaled above the tidal volume
- It is a massive backup capacity that you don't typically use, but might need to
- It equals 3 liters
Expiratory Reserve Volume
- The expiratory reserve volume is the volume of air that can be exhaled below the tidal volume
- It is 1.2 liters
Residual Volume
- The residual volume is the air remaining in the lungs after maximum exhalation
- It is 1.2 liters
Lung Capacities
- Lung capacities measure different aspects of volume in the lungs
Functional Residual Capacity
- Functional residual capacity is the expiratory reserve volume plus the residual volume
- It equals 2.4 liters
Inspiratory Capacity
- Inspiratory capacity is the tidal volume plus the inspiratory reserve volume
- It is 3.5 liters
Vital Capacity
- Vital capacity is the tidal volume plus the inspiratory reserve volume plus the expiratory reserve volume
- It equals 4.7 liters
Total Lung Capacity
- Total lung capacity is the vital capacity plus the residual volume
- It is the total volume of air that the lungs can hold
- It is 5.9 L
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