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Chapt.25 Respir. Sys
Chapter 25 Respiratory System Pharmacy Tech.
| Antihistamines: | Drugs that counteract the action of histamine. (Allergic reaction). |
| Antitussives: | Agents that relieve or prevent coughing. |
| Barrel chest: | A large, rounded thorax, as in the inspiratory phase, considered normal in some stocky individuals and certain others who live in high-altitude areas. Barrel chest may also be a sign of pulmonary emphysema. |
| Bronchioles: | Structures in the lungs formed by the smallest bronchi. |
| Bronchodilators: | Agents that relax the smooth muscle of the bronchial tubes. |
| Dry powder inhaler (DPI): | A device used to deliver medication in the form of micronized powder into the lungs. |
| Emphysema: | A chronic pulmonary disease characterized by loss of elasticity of the lung tissue often caused by exposure to toxic chemicals and cigarette smoke. |
| Exhalation: | The act of exhaling, which is breathing out; also called expiration. |
| Inhalation: | The act of inhaling, which is breathing in; also called inspiration. |
| Larynx: | Commonly known as the voice box, it is hard, rigid, and composed of cartilage. |
| Metered dose inhaler (MDI): | A handheld pressurized device used to deliver medications for inhalation. |
| Ventilation: | The act of ventilating, which is to breathe in and out. |
| External respiration: | Exchange of gases between the lungs and blood. |
| Internal respiration: | Exchange of gases between the blood and body cells. |
| Upper respiratory tract contains: |
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Scarlett Emerson
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