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Physiology 221
Weeks 6-12
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Normal pH level | 7.35-7.45 |
| normal Pco2 | 35-45mmHg |
| normal HCO3 | 22-26mEq/l |
| Chemical Buffers | immediate response; bicarb, protein and phsphate buffer system |
| Physiological Buffers | mins-hours response time; respiratory and renal response systems |
| Tidal Volume | volume of air moved into or out of the respiratory tract in a normal resp cycle |
| Inspiratory Reserve Volume | max volume that can be moved into the resp tract with normal inspiration |
| Expiratory Reserve Volume | Max volume that can be moved out of the resp tract after a normal expiration |
| Residual Volume | volume remaining in the resp tract after max expiration |
| Spirometer | device used to measure the volume of air exchanged in breathing |