What pulmonary function test presents the highest risk for ...

[RODY.ELKHALIL]

What pulmonary function test presents the highest risk for fainting?
 
  a. Slow vital capacity
  b. Tidal volume per minute
  c. Maximum voluntary ventilation
  d. Total lung capacity

Question 2

To ensure validity of the forced vital capacity (FVC) measurement, how many attempts should the patient perform?
 
  a. Just one good one
  b. Two that are nearly the same
  c. Three that are acceptable
  d. At least four

[Juro]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Because of the potential for acute hyperventilation and fainting or coughing during maximum voluntary ventilation testing, the patient should be seated.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
To ensure validity, each patient must perform a minimum of three acceptable FVC maneuvers.