NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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What does FEV1 measure in spirometry testing?

Maximum volume of air exhaled
Amount of air exhaled forcefully in one second
Total air capacity that can be exhaled
Percentage of total air capacity exhaled in one second

The correct answer is: Amount of air exhaled forcefully in one second

In spirometry testing, FEV1 stands for Forced Expiratory Volume in one second. It measures the amount of air that can be forcefully exhaled in one second after taking a deep breath. This measurement is crucial in assessing how well the lungs are functioning and is used to diagnose and monitor conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other respiratory diseases. The other options are incorrect because they do not accurately describe what FEV1 specifically measures in spirometry testing.