Ch. 53 Terminology Flashcards
1
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Alveoli
A
gas exchange
2
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Asthma
A
narrowing of airway
3
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Atelectasis
A
collapse of alveoli
4
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COPD
A
chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder. Ex. asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, problems with ventilation.
5
Q
cystic fibrosis
A
lungs become scarred. Pt makes excessive amounts of mucous.
6
Q
pneumonia
A
Infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs. Build up of fluid.
7
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pneumothorax
A
lung collapses
8
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surfactant
A
lubricating solution between pleural space.
9
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Ventilation
A
breathing in and out
