When the respiratory rate is 15 breaths per minute,tidal volume is 500 mL,and anatomical dead space volume is 150 mL,what is the minute ventilation?

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Minute ventilation is calculated as the respiratory rate multiplied by the tidal volume. Here, it is 15 breaths per minute * 500 mL = 7500 mL or 7.50 L/minute. The anatomical dead space volume does not affect the calculation of minute ventilation.

When the Respiratory Rate Is 15 Breaths Per Minute,tidal Volume