Question 320 · LEK · Spirometry

Which of the following parameters can be measured with spirometry?

1) vital capacity;
2) total lung capacity;
3) forced expiratory volume in 1 second;
4) inspiratory capacity;
5) residual volume.
The correct answer is:
  1. A. all the above.
  2. B. 1,2,5.
  3. C. 1,3,4.
  4. D. 1,3,5.
  5. E. 2,4,5.
Hint

Spirometry can only measure the air that moves in and out through the mouth.

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