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inspiratory capacity [in′spī·rə‚tȯr·ē kə′pas·əd·ē] (physiology) Commencing from expiratory standstill, the maximum volume of gas which can be drawn into the lungs. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Once extubated, alert, and cooperative, the patient in the ICU may benefit from breathing exercises to increase tidal volume, improve thoracic-cage mobility, increase inspiratory capacity, enhance cough efficacy, and assist in removal of secretions. Thus, a patient with a moderate degree of IM weakness would still have the force reserve needed to achieve a normal inspiratory capacity. Merrick and Axon,[17] studying healthy subjects, did not find isotonic diaphragmatic exercise to improve inspiratory capacity (IC), peak inspiratory flow rate, or peak inspiratory pressure, although the subjects' increased exercise capacity may suggest improved inspiratory muscle endurance. |
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