How Does Fluid Accumulation in the Lungs Affect Vital Capacity

question 41

Multiple Choice

How does fluid accumulation in the lungs affect vital capacity?

• A) Vital capacity increases in females but not in males.
• B) Vital capacity decreases in females but not in males.
• C) Vital capacity increases in both sexes equally.
• D) Vital capacity decreases in both sexes equally.
• E) Accumulating fluid has no effect on vital capacity.

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