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Bradypnea Slow Breathing
Phrenoptosis Drooping of the diaphragm
Hypoxemia Insufficient oxygen in the blood
Bronchoscopy Procedure to look inside the bronchi
Capnography Procedure to record carbon dioxide levels
Capnometer Instrument to measure CO2 levels
Endoscope Instrument to look inside
Atelectasis Incomplete Expansion
Bronchiectasis Expansion of the bronchi
Phrenoplegia Paralysis of the diaphragm
Empyema Pus inside the chest
Oximetry Procedure to measure oxygen levels
Spirometry Procedure to measure breathing
Laryngotracheobronchitis Inflammation of the Bronchi, Larynx, & Trachea
Endo Within
Scope Instrument to look
Naso Nose
Pharyngo Throat
Expectorant A drug that encourages the expulsion of material from the lungs
Bx Biopsy
Antitssive A drug that prevents coughing
Bronchodilator A drug that expands the walls of the bronchi
Mucolytic A drug that aids in the breakdown of mucus
Nebulizer A machine that administers respiratory medication by creating a cloud or mist that is inhaled by the patient
Hyperpnea Heavy Breathing
Epistaxis A nosebleed
Thoracalgia Chest Pain
Hemoptysis Coughing up blood
Cyanosis A bluish color in the skin caused by insufficient oxygen
Empyema Pus inside the chest
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