Chapter 17 Glossary- Respiratory Emergencies

Question 1

bronchoconstriction

Answer 1

constriction, or blockage, of the bronchi that lead from the trachea to the lungs.

Question 2

continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)

Answer 2

a form of noninvasive positive pressure ventilation (NPPV) consisting of a mask and a means of blowing oxygen or air into the mask to prevent airway collapse or to help alleviate dificulty breathing.

Question 3

exhalation

Answer 3

another term for expiration.

Question 4

expiration

Answer 4

a passive process in which the intercostal (rib) muscles and the diaphragm relax, causing the chest cavity to decrease in size and force air into the lungs.

Question 5

inhalaion

Answer 5

another term for inspiration.

Question 6

inspiration

Answer 6

an active process in which the interview (rib) muscles and the diaphragm contract, expanding the size of the chest cavity and causing air to flow into the lungs.

Question 7

acute coronary syndrome (ACS)

Answer 7

a blanket term used to represent any symptoms related to lack of oxygen (ischemia) in the heart muscle. also called cardiac compromise.