Which of the Following Pulmonary Function Tests of Gas Flow

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following pulmonary function tests of gas flow rates reflects the airflow in the large airways?

• A)Peak expiratory flow (PEF)
• B)Maximum voluntary ventilation (MVV)
• C)Forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV₁)
• D)Forced vital capacity (FVC)

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