Pulmonary Abbreviations

ABGs

• A blood test measuring oxygen and carbon dioxide levels.

• A test for blood sugar levels.

• A test for cholesterol levels.

• A test for liver function.

ENT

• Ear, Nose, and Throat: A medical specialty focusing on the upper respiratory tract.

• Emergency Neurological Treatment: A procedure for brain injuries.

• Endocrine Neoplasia Treatment: A method for treating hormonal disorders.

• Ear, Nose, and Throat: A branch of surgery for cosmetic procedures.

CXR

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

• Cardiac MRI: A magnetic resonance imaging test for heart conditions.

• CT Scan: A detailed imaging test for various body parts.

• Ultrasound: An imaging test using sound waves to visualize organs.

ARDS

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

• Acute Renal Dysfunction Syndrome: A condition affecting kidney function.

• Acute Respiratory Disease Syndrome: A mild respiratory infection.

• Allergic Reaction Disorder Syndrome: A condition related to allergies.

RRT

• Registered Respiratory Therapist: A specialist in respiratory care.

• Registered Rehabilitation Technician: A specialist in physical therapy.

• Registered Radiology Technician: A specialist in imaging services.

• Registered Research Technician: A specialist in laboratory research.

DOE

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

• Decreased Oxygen Exchange: Reduced ability to transfer oxygen in the lungs.

• Delayed Onset Exercise: Muscle soreness that occurs after physical activity.

• Dynamic Overexertion: Excessive physical activity leading to fatigue.

SOB

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

• Slightly Overweight Body

• Sudden Onset Breathing

• Severe Obstruction of Breathing

URI

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

• Ulcerative Respiratory Illness: A severe infection affecting the lungs.

• Unilateral Respiratory Inflammation: Inflammation affecting one side of the respiratory tract.

• Universal Respiratory Indicator: A measure of overall respiratory health.

CO₂

• Carbon Dioxide: A gas measured during breathing and in ABG tests.

• Oxygen: A vital gas for respiration.

• Nitrogen: A gas that makes up most of the Earth's atmosphere.

• Hydrogen: A flammable gas used in various industrial processes.

PFT

• Pulmonary Function Test: Measures how well the lungs work.

• Physical Fitness Test: Assesses overall physical health.

• Personal Fitness Training: A program for individual fitness.

• Professional Firefighter Training: Prepares individuals for firefighting.