| Front | What is dead space? |
|---|---|
| Back | This is the portion of tidal volume that does not reach the alveoli and thus does not participate in gas exchange. It contains the air that remains in the mouth, nose, trachea, bronchi, and larger bronchioles. This can add up to approximately 150 mL in adults. |
Tags: 9, airway, management
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