A client with a suspected pulmonary disorder undergoes pulmonary function tests. To interpret test results accurately, the nurse must be familiar with the terminology used to describe pulmonary functions. Which term refers to the volume of air inhaled or exhaled during each respiratory cycle?
a) Vital capacity
b) Functional residual capacity
c) Tidal volume
d) Maximal voluntary ventilation
Answer: c) Tidal volume
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