Respiratory System Terminolgy Flashcards

1
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Ptysis

A

Spitting/coughing

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2
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Plastic

A

Reconstruction

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3
Q

Pneumoconiosis

A

Abnormal condition of dust in the lungs

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4
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Epistaxis

A

Fancier name for nose bleed

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5
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Emphysema

A

Destruction of the air sacs and loss of respiratory membrane for oxygen exchange

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6
Q

Pulmonary angiography

A

Special xray of the vessels of the lungs

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7
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Laryngoscopy

A

Visual examination of larynx

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8
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Endotracheal intubation

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Passing of air tube into trachea so oxygen supplied to lungs with aspiration

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