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Master essential respiratory diagnostics with this Lipari Pulmonary Function Testing Study Guide Questions and Answers 2026/2027. Features comprehensive practice questions, detailed answers, spirometry interpretation, lung volumes, pulmonary function assessment, respiratory physiology, diagnostic testing procedures, and exam-focused review materials designed to strengthen clinical knowledge, improve performance, and support success in respiratory therapy and pulmonary function testing examinations.

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Lipari Pulmonary Function Testing Study
Lipari
Guide
Pulmonary
Questions
Function
and Answers
Testing Study
2026.pdf
Lipari
Guide
Pulmonary
Questions
Function
and Answers
Testing Study
2026.pdf
Guide Questions and Answers 2026.pdf




Lipari Pulmonary Function Testing
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Lipari Pulmonary Function Testing Study
Lipari
Guide
Pulmonary
Questions
Function
and Answers
Testing Study
2026.pdf
Lipari
Guide
Pulmonary
Questions
Function
and Answers
Testing Study
2026.pdf
Guide Questions and Answers 2026.pdf

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Terms in this set (73)



normal expiration is ___active/passive?___ process, -passive process
with flow of air depending on
1. 1. elastic recoil
2. 2. airway resistance


what do pulmonary function tests measure? - airflow obstructions
- lung size restrictions
- decreased gas transfer across alveolar-capillary membrane


what are "abnormal" values in pulmonary function - matched to race, age, sex, and height [RASH]
tests based on - outside of range based on normal individuals (95% confidence)


therefore, this definition is arbitrary and can misclassify pts




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what are the uses of PFTs 1. evaluation: lung disease, chronic cough, dyspnea, chest tightness
2. effects of toxin exposure (dust, chemicals,...)
3. risk stratification before surgery
4. monitoring effectiveness of tx
5. impairment/ disability assessment


t/f: pulmonary function test values are compared to false. compared to HEALTHY subjects and matched based on
subjects with diagnosed lung function disorders and race/ethnicity
matched based on race/ethnicity


which reference values does the American Thoracic 1. GLI for 3-95 years
Society (ATS) recommend - gold standard!! multiethnic


2. NHANES III 8-80yrs and Wang equation <8 years


which reference values would you use for a 90 year Global Lung Function Initiative (GLI) for 3-95 yrs; multiethnic and most
old patient getting pulmonary function testing done reliable (gold standard!)
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tidal volume total amount of air exhaled during normal quiet breathing (not forced)




expiratory reserve volume max air exhaled BELOW tidal volume (below the normal amount you
would exhale normally/ forced)




inspiratory reserve volume (IRV) The additional volume of air that can be inhaled with maximum effort after
normal inspiration




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