Chapter 10: Nursing Management: Patients With Chest and …

In normal breathing, we typically use only 10-15% of our vital capacity. There is a tremendous reserve capacity. Verify that your tidal volume (normal breathing) is about 10-15% of your FVC. Tidal volume x 100% = _____ = _____ % Forced vital capacity. Finally, some air always remains in the lungs to prevent their collapse. ................
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