Pathology Terms Flashcards
asphyxia
lack of oxygen that can lead to unconsciousness and death if not corrected immediately (asphyxiation or suffocation).
bronchiectasis
dilated bronchus
Cheyne-Stokes Respiration
Abnormal breathing pattern in which there are long periods (10-60 seconds) of apnea followed by deeper, more rapid breathing.
clubbing
abnormal widening and thickening of the ends of the fingers and toes associated with chronic oxygen deficiency.
crackers
abnormal crackling or bubbling sounds made during inspiration. Usually indicates the presence of fluid or mucus in the small airways (also called rales).
epistaxis
nosebleed
hemoptysis
to cough up blood or blood-stained sputum.
hypercapnia
condition of having excessive carbon dioxide in the body.
hypocapnia
an insufficient level of carbon dioxide in the body; a very serious problem because it is the presence of carbon dioxide that stimulates respiration, not the absence of O2.
hypopnea
takin shallow breaths.
hypoxemia
condition of having an insufficient amount of oxygen in the bloodstream.
phlegm
thick mucus secreted by the membranes lining the respiratory tract. When phlegm is coughed up through the mouth, it is called sputum.
pleural rub
grating sound made when the two layers of the pleura rub together during respiration.
pyothorax
presence of pus in the chest cavity; indicates bacterial infection.
rhonchi
somewhat musical sound during expiration, often found in asthma or infection. Caused by spasms of the bronchial tubes. Also called wheezing.
