ihalterman
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OK, we were given the formula:
breaths per min * Volume (500ml) - Dead Air Space (150ml) = Tidal Volume.
I understand the equation given normal quality breaths. My assumptions are that the 500ml and 150ml are normal adult volumes. So to extrapolate, with an adult only taking roughly half breaths, I would use 250ml for volume.
Ex: 25*250-150=6100ml of tidal volume. and can be compaired to Normal rate and volume like 16*500-150=7850ml of tidal volume.
I also assume that Volume and dead air space would be different for children and infants. Are they different for the elderly?
No, I am not trying to get you to do my homework, just making sure I understand the material.
breaths per min * Volume (500ml) - Dead Air Space (150ml) = Tidal Volume.
I understand the equation given normal quality breaths. My assumptions are that the 500ml and 150ml are normal adult volumes. So to extrapolate, with an adult only taking roughly half breaths, I would use 250ml for volume.
Ex: 25*250-150=6100ml of tidal volume. and can be compaired to Normal rate and volume like 16*500-150=7850ml of tidal volume.
I also assume that Volume and dead air space would be different for children and infants. Are they different for the elderly?
No, I am not trying to get you to do my homework, just making sure I understand the material.
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