Normal Raw is approximately which of the following?

a. 0.1 to 0.2 cm H2O/L/sec
b. 0.5 to 2.5 cm H2O/L/sec
c. 15.0 to 20.0 cm H2O/L/sec
d. 20.0 to 25.0 cm H2O/L/sec


ANS: B
Airway resistance in healthy adults ranges from approximately 0.5 to 2.5 cm H2O/L/sec.

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