Abbreviations (Respiratory) Flashcards

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ABG

A

arterial blood gas(es)

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ARDS

A

adult respiratory distress syndrome; acute respiratory distress syndrome

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CF

A

cystic fibrosis

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CO2

A

carbon dioxide

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COPD

A

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

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CPAP

A

continuous positive airway pressure

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CPR

A

cardiopulmonary resuscitation

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MDI

A

metered-dose inhaler

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NMT

A

nebulized mist treatment

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OM

A

otitis media

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O2

A

oxygen

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OSA

A

obstructive sleep apnea

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PFT

A

pulmonary function test

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TB

A

tuberculosis

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UPP

A

uvulopalatopharyngoplasty

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URI

A

upper respiratory infection