General Concepts and Principles of Ventilation Flashcards
1
Q
Define Eupnea
A
Normal rhythmic breathing
2
Q
Define Hyperpnea
A
Increased breathing Typically refers to increased tidal volume with or without increased frequency
3
Q
Define Tachypnea
A
Increased frequency of breathing
4
Q
Define Hyperventilation
A
Increased alveolar ventilation relative to metabolic rate (Arterial CO2 tension usually less than 37 mmHg)
5
Q
Define Hypoventilation
A
Decreased alveolar ventilation relative to metabolic rate (Arterial CO2 tension is usually above 43 mmHg)
6
Q
Define Apneusis
A
Cessation of breathing in inspiration (Holding your breath)
7
Q
Define Apnea
A
Cessation of breathing in the resting expiratory position
8
Q
Apneustic pattern
A
Apneusis interrupted periodically by exhalation May be rhythmic
9
Q
What fills the pleural cavity?
A
Pleural fluid
