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jwb375

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following is equal to total lung capacity (TLC)?
 
  a. VT + ERV + IRV + RV
  b. IC + VT + ERV
  c. VC + ERV
  d. FRC + IRV

Question 2

Which of the following volumes or capacities cannot be measured by simple spirometry? 1. Functional residual capacity (FRC) 2. Expiratory reserve volume (ERV) 3. Residual volume (RV) 4. Inspiratory reserve volume (IRV)
 
  a. 1, 3, and 4 only
  b. 1, 2, 3, and 4
  c. 1 and 3 only
  d. 1 and 4 only


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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The four lung capacities are TLC, inspiratory capacity (IC), FRC, and the VC. These volumes and capacities are shown in Figure 20-10. The lung volumes that can be measured directly with a spirometer or pneumotachometer include VT, IC, IRV, ERV, and VC.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 16, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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