Pulmonary Abbreviations

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SOB

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Shortness of Breath: A key symptom of respiratory or cardiac distress.

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DOE

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Dyspnea on Exertion: Shortness of breath that occurs during activity.

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ARDS

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Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome: A severe lung condition requiring emergency care.

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COPD

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A group of diseases causing airflow blockage.

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URI

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Upper Respiratory Infection: A common cold or similar infection of the nose/throat.

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TB

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Tuberculosis: A bacterial infection that mainly affects the lungs.

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SIDS

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Sudden Infant Death Syndrome: The sudden, unexplained death of an infant during sleep.

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CXR

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Chest X-Ray: An imaging test to look at lungs and heart.

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PFT

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Pulmonary Function Test: Measures how well the lungs work.

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RRT

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Registered Respiratory Therapist: A specialist in respiratory care.