Multiple choice

Which of the following respiratory volumes/capacities is defined as the maximum volume of air a person can breathe in after a forced expiration?

  1. Expiratory Capacity

  2. Residual Volume

  3. Vital Capacity

  4. Total Lung Capacity

  5. Inspiratory Capacity

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Vital Capacity (VC): The maximum volume of air a person can breathe in after a forced expiration. This includes ERV, TV, and IRV or the maximum volume of air a person can breathe out after a forced inspiration.