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lungs
Question | Answer |
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Inspiration | Inhalation of O2 rich air |
Expiration | expulsion of air |
Diaphragm | cheif mucsle of respiration |
Hyperpnea | increase depth, rate of respiration |
Apnea | temporary cessation of breathing |
Dyspnea | difficultly labored breathing |
Asthma | spasms of muscles of the bronchial |
Pheumonia | infection/ inflammation of the lungs |
Epistaxis | nosebleeds |
Bounding | full strong pulse |
Thread | Weak pulse |
Hypotension | low blood pressure |
Hypertension | High blood pressure |
Systolic | The top BP number |
Diastolic | The bottom BP number |
Pulmonary function test | measure amount of air inhaled and exhaled |
Hay fever | allergic rhinitis |
Rales | crackling sound heard in lungs |
Pulmonologist | Dr that specializes in the lungs |
Cilia | hair like projections found in the lungs |
Pharynx | throat |
Larynx | voice box |
Trachea | wind pipe |
Alveoli | tiny air sacs in the lungs |