Pulmonary Function Testing Chapter 4 Exam with Questions and Answers

Pulmonary Function Testing Chapter 4 Exam with Questions and Answers 1. Which of the following statements is/are true of the MEP test? 1. A pressure of -20 to -25 cm H2O usually is adequate. 2. A pressure of +20 to +25 cm H2O usually is adequate. 3. Apressure of +40 cm H2O is usually adequate. 4. It is a good indicator of the patient's ability to cough. 5. The patient should hold the effort for 1 to 3 seconds. A. 3 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 3 and 4 only D. 3, 4, and 5 only ANSWER D 2. The predicted FVC value for African Americans is: A. 12% higher than for Caucasians B. The same as for Caucasians C. 12% less than for Caucasians D. 20% to 25% less than that for Caucasians ANSWER C 3. Which of the following test results are needed to calculate TLC?