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PV or Pulmonary Ventilation is a medical term that refers to the total exchange of air between the atmosphere and the lungs. It occurs through the process of inhalation and exhalation.
Overview[edit | edit source]
Pulmonary Ventilation is an essential process in the respiratory system. It allows the intake of oxygen from the atmosphere into the lungs and the expulsion of carbon dioxide from the lungs into the atmosphere. This process is vital for maintaining the proper balance of gases in the body, which is necessary for the body's metabolic processes.
Mechanism[edit | edit source]
The process of Pulmonary Ventilation involves several steps:
- Inhalation: This is the process of taking in air from the atmosphere into the lungs. It is facilitated by the contraction of the diaphragm and the external intercostal muscles, which increases the volume of the thoracic cavity and decreases the pressure inside the lungs, allowing air to flow in.
- Exhalation: This is the process of expelling air from the lungs into the atmosphere. It is facilitated by the relaxation of the diaphragm and the external intercostal muscles, which decreases the volume of the thoracic cavity and increases the pressure inside the lungs, forcing air out.
Factors Affecting Pulmonary Ventilation[edit | edit source]
Several factors can affect the rate and efficiency of Pulmonary Ventilation, including:
- Lung Compliance: This refers to the ease with which the lungs can expand. Conditions that decrease lung compliance, such as pulmonary fibrosis, can impair Pulmonary Ventilation.
- Airway Resistance: This refers to the resistance to airflow in the respiratory tract. Conditions that increase airway resistance, such as asthma or COPD, can also impair Pulmonary Ventilation.
- Respiratory Rate: This is the number of breaths taken per minute. An increased respiratory rate can enhance Pulmonary Ventilation, while a decreased respiratory rate can impair it.
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