Lung Volumes

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Inspiratory Reserve Volume

The maximum amount of air that can be inspired after a normal inspiration

Ventilation rate

The number of breaths taken in a minute

Expiratory Reserve Volume

The maximum amount of air that can be expired after a normal expiration

Total Lung Capacity

The total amount of air in the airways and lungs after a maximal inspiration

Vital Capacity

The total volume of air that can be expired after a maximal inspiration

Tidal Volume

The volume of air inspired OR expired in one breath

Minute Ventilation

The volume of air inspired OR expired per minute

Residual Volume

The volume of air remaining in the airways and lungs after a maximal expiration


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