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What is the typical gas volume in the lung after a maximum inspiration?
What is the typical gas volume in the lung after a maximum inspiration?
- 2L
- 10-12L
- 4-6L
- 6-8L (correct)
Which lung disease is characterized by a decreased total lung capacity (TLC) in spirometry?
Which lung disease is characterized by a decreased total lung capacity (TLC) in spirometry?
- Upper respiratory infections
- Asthma
- Restrictive disease (correct)
- COPD
What is the volume left in the lung after a maximum expiratory effort?
What is the volume left in the lung after a maximum expiratory effort?
- 3-4L
- 6-8L
- 2L (correct)
- 4-6L
Which parameter is calculated by subtracting residual volume (RV) from total lung capacity (TLC) in spirometry?
Which parameter is calculated by subtracting residual volume (RV) from total lung capacity (TLC) in spirometry?
What does FEV1 represent in spirometry for obstructive lung diseases?
What does FEV1 represent in spirometry for obstructive lung diseases?
Which parameter is a direct measure of airflow obstruction in spirometry?
Which parameter is a direct measure of airflow obstruction in spirometry?
What is the most important factor in determining postoperative risk according to the text?
What is the most important factor in determining postoperative risk according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a risk factor for postoperative pulmonary complications?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a risk factor for postoperative pulmonary complications?
Why are Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs) recommended in the text?
Why are Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs) recommended in the text?
What effect do most anesthetics have on skeletal muscle tone, according to the text?
What effect do most anesthetics have on skeletal muscle tone, according to the text?
What is the importance of FRC (Functional Residual Capacity) in lung physiology?
What is the importance of FRC (Functional Residual Capacity) in lung physiology?
What is the primary cause of the most serious adverse respiratory outcomes, as stated in the text?
What is the primary cause of the most serious adverse respiratory outcomes, as stated in the text?
