Final answer:
The reference material does not include a normal range for Maximum Expiratory Pressure (MEP). However, related measurements such as the forced expiratory volume (FEV) and the forced vital capacity (FVC) are important in evaluating lung function during spirometry tests.
Step-by-step explanation:
The normal adult range for Maximum Expiratory Pressure (MEP) is not provided in the reference material you've given. However, the MEP test is used to evaluate the strength of respiratory muscles by measuring the pressure a person can exert during a forceful exhalation after a full inhalation.
The forced expiratory volume (FEV) and the forced vital capacity (FVC) are related measurements taken during spirometry to assess lung function.
As for the question regarding the force generated by a pressure of 60.0 mm Hg on the 600 cm² surface area of the diaphragm during forced exhalation: To convert pressure from mm Hg to Pascals (Pa), we can use the conversion 1 mm Hg = 133.322 Pa.
Therefore, 60 mm Hg equals 60 × 133.322 Pa. The force (F) exerted on the diaphragm can be calculated using the formula F = Pressure × Area. Convert the surface area to m² by dividing by 10,000 (since 1 m² = 10,000 cm²). This will provide the force in newtons (N), with 1 Pa equating to 1 N/m².