What is the phrase that defines the volume of air inspired and expired with a normal breath?
A) Total lung capacity
B) Forced vital capacity
C) Tidal volume
D) Residual volume
Ans: C
Feedback: Tidal volume refers to the volume of air inspired and expired with a normal breath. Total lung capacity is the maximal amount of air the lungs and respiratory passages can hold after a forced inspiration. Forced vital capacity is vital capacity performed with a maximally forced expiration. Residual volume is the maximal amount of air left in the lung after a maximal expiration.
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