Which Lung Volumes Can Be Measured Easily in Newborns

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which lung volumes can be measured easily in newborns?
1) Thoracic gas volume
2) Residual volume
3) Functional residual capacity
4) Crying vital capacity

• A)1, 3, 4
• B)2, 44
• C)1, 3
• D)1, 2, 3, 4

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Definitions:

Inner Lining

The layer of material or tissue on the inner side of an organ, structure, or clothing.

Splenic Flexure

The part of the colon that bends near the spleen, connecting the transverse colon to the descending colon.

Colon

A part of the large intestine that absorbs water and salts from food and plays a crucial role in the digestive system.

Mastication

The process of chewing food in preparation for swallowing and digestion.