Question

Explain redpiratiory volume and capacities

Answer 1

Respiratory Volumes. Respiratory volumes are the amount of air inhaled, exhaled and stored within the lungs at any given time. There are a number of different measurements and terms which are often used to describe this including tidal volume, inspiratory reserve volume, residual volume, vital capacity and more.

Answer 2

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» Tidal Volume (TV)

Volume of air inspired or expired during normal respiration.

• Value

Approx 500 ml


» Expiratory Reserved Volume

When a person expire forcefully the volume of air which left is known as Expiratory Reserved Volume.

• Value

1000 ml - 1100 ml


» Residual Volume (RV)

Volume of air which left in lungs after forcefully expiration.

• Value

1100 ml - 1200 ml


» Inspiratory Reserve Volume (IRV)

When a person inspire by a forcible inspiration.

• Value

2500 ml - 3000 ml