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Steve Used a Spirometer to Analyze His Respiratory Capacities

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Steve used a spirometer to analyze his respiratory capacities.He found the following results:
A. After normal inspiration,a normal expiration was 500 ml.
B. After a normal expiration,he was able to expel an additional 1000 ml.
C. Taking as deep a breath as possible,then forcefully exhaling all the air possible,he yielded an output of 4500 ml.
Based on the outcome of these measurements,what is Steve's inspiratory reserve?


Definitions:

Proprioceptive Feedback

The sensory information received from within the body that helps one to understand the position and movement of muscles and limbs, contributing to the sense of body position and movement.

Kinesthetic

Refers to the sense that detects bodily position, weight, or movement of the muscles, tendons, and joints.

Vestibular

Relating to the inner ear system that helps control balance and eye movements.

Orientation

Awareness of oneself in relation to time, place, and identity.

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