Inadequate respiratory muscle strength is likely when a patient's MVV is which of the following? A) Less than 2 times the resting V_E B) Greater than 3 times the resting V_E C) Less than 200 L/min D) Greater than 120 L/min

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Inadequate respiratory muscle strength is indicated when the Maximum Voluntary Ventilation (MVV) is less than 2 times the resting minute ventilation (V_E), suggesting the muscles are not strong enough to meet increased demands.

Inadequate Respiratory Muscle Strength Is Likely When a Patient's MVV