Lung Volumes
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