According to the ATS-ERS Acceptability Criteria for an FVC Maneuver

question 5

Multiple Choice

According to the ATS-ERS acceptability criteria for an FVC maneuver performed on a 7-year-old child, what is considered a satisfactory exhalation time?

• A) 1 second
• B) 2 seconds
• C) 3 seconds
• D) 6 seconds

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Weight Loss Program

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