Breathe Easy Pediatrics Presents: Tidal Volume Episode 6 – RC Time Constants

Reviewers

Ryan Thomas, MD
Elizabeth Fiorino, MD
Rob Tepper, MD
Albin Leong, MD

Additional Acknowledgements

Michael Kiernan, MD (for expertise on scuba physiology)

Contact Information

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Twitter: @ATSPeds

References

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4. Deranged Physiology > Respiratory System > Mechanics of Breathing >Time Constants:  https://derangedphysiology.com/main/cicm-primary-exam/required-reading/respiratory-system/Chapter%20034/time-constants