One measure of pulmonary function can be determined by a spirometer. This instrument measures
A) vital capacity.
B) maximum rate of air movement.
C) expiratory reserve.
D) inspiratory reserve.
E) A, C, and D

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A spirometer measures multiple pulmonary functions, including vital capacity (A), expiratory reserve (C), and inspiratory reserve (D). It can also be used to calculate the maximum rate of air movement (B) during pulmonary function tests. Therefore, the best choice is E – all of the above are measures that can be determined by a spirometer.

One Measure of Pulmonary Function Can Be Determined by a Spirometer