CH 7 Vocab part 1

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Anoxia

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A complete lack of oxygen in the body's tissues.

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Asbestosis

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A chronic lung disease caused by inhaling asbestos fibers, leading to inflammation and scarring of the lungs.

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Asthma

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A chronic respiratory disease characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, causing wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath.

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Bradypnea

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An abnormally slow breathing rate, usually less than 12 breaths per minute in adults.

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Bronchodilator

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A medication that relaxes the muscles in the airways, opening them up and making it easier to breathe.

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Bronchoscopy

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A procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted into the airways to examine the lining of the bronchi.

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Cheyne-Stokes respiration

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An abnormal breathing pattern characterized by periods of deep breathing followed by periods of apnea (no breathing).

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Cyanosis

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A bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes due to low oxygen levels in the blood.

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Dysphonia

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Difficulty or hoarseness in speaking, often caused by problems with the vocal cords.

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Emphysema

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A chronic lung disease characterized by the destruction of lung tissue, leading to air trapping and difficulty breathing.