Pulmonary Function Test Terminology Flashcards
1
Q
Forced Vital Capacity (FVC)
A
Max amt. of air that can be exhaled as quickly as possible after max inspiration
2
Q
Forced Expiratory Vol in 1 Sec (FEV1)
A
Max amt. of air that can be exhaled in 1st second of expiration
3
Q
FEV1 : FVC
A
Ratio of expiratory volume in 1 sec to FVC
Indicates obstruction to airflow
4
Q
Functional Residual Capacity (FRC)
A
Amt of air remaining in lungs after normal expiration
5
Q
Total Lung Capacity (TLC)
A
Amt of air in lungs at the end of max inhalation
6
Q
Residual Volume (RV)
A
Amt of air remaining in lungs after full, forced exhalation
