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Chapter 4 Performing Spirometry Tests
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About the Spirometry Parameters
During FVC and SVC testing, many parameters are measured and calculated. For
definitions of these parameters, see
During FVC testing, the two most important parameters in determining lung problems are
FVC and FEV1. (For a description of how the automatic interpretation software uses these
two measurements to determine the degree of obstruction or restriction, see
“Understanding Your Interpretation Results”
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FVC
— forced vital capacity, the maximum volume of air that can be forcibly and
rapidly exhaled
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FEV1
— forced expiratory volume 1, the volume of air that is exhaled at one
second of a forced expiration
The following are important parameters for SVC testing:
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VT
— tidal volume
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ERV
— expiratory reserve volume
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IC
— inspiratory capacity
Summary of Contents for CP 200
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Page 53: ...49 5 Troubleshooting Problem Solving Suggestions 50 Limited Warranty 51 Service Policy 51 ...
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