5 Questions
Which term refers to the force that tends to oppose the movement of gas?
Resistance
What is the measure of the space occupied by a quantity of gas at a given pressure?
Volume
What is the opposite of elastance?
Compliance
What term refers to the movement of gas volume over time?
Flow
What term refers to the pressure gradient that drives the air or gas to move from a high-pressure area to a low-pressure area?
Pressure gradient
Test your knowledge on the basic terms used in the classification of ventilators. Learn about pressure, pressure gradient, and volume in relation to mechanical ventilation.
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