Speed settings of 32 and 160 mm/min on a water-sealed spirometer can be used to measure which of the following?
1)Minute ventilation
2)Peak expiratory flows
3)Maximum voluntary ventilation
4)Forced vital capacity maneuvers
A) 1 and 2
B) 1 and 3
C) 2 and 4
D) 3 and 4

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The slower speeds (32 and 160 mm/min)are used for measuring tidal volume,minute ventilation,and maximum voluntary ventilation.

Speed Settings of 32 and 160 Mm/min on a Water-Sealed