What is the normal range of maximum inspiratory pressure, or MIP (also called negative inspira-tory force, or NIF), generated by adults?

a. ?80 to ?100 cm H2O
b. ?50 to ?80 cm H2O
c. ?30 to ?50 cm H2O
d. ?20 to ?30 cm H2O


ANS: A

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