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Tidal volume |
Volume of air moved in OR out of the lungs with each breath in normal quiet breathing (500ml for men/400ml for women) |
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Expiratory reserve volume (ERV) |
(Supplemental air) Amount of air that can be forcibly exhaled from the lungs after a normal quiet expiration (tidal air), following a normal inspiration |
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Vital capacity |
Inhale as large a quantity of air as possible , exhale to the fullest extent (try to completely empty the lungs) in a smooth, steady manner |
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Inspiratory reserve volume |
(Complemental air) Amount of air that can be forcibly inhaled after a normal quiet inspiration (3000ml for men/1900ml for women) IRV = VC - (TV + ERV) |
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Residual volume |
Amount of air left in lungs after forceful expiration |
