Ch.4 Pulmonology Terms Flashcards
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Ch.4 Pulmonology Terms Flashcards

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What does 'phrenic' pertain to?

  • Lung cancer
  • Airway obstruction
  • Breathing process
  • Diaphragm nerve (correct)

    • What is the process of taking in a breath called?

    inspiration

    What does respiration refer to?

    the process of breathing again and again

    What does the term 'respiratory' mean?

    <p>pertaining to breathing again and again</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is adenocarcinoma?

    <p>a type of cancer pertaining to a gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the action of widening the bronchus called?

    <p>bronchodilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition involves inflammation or infection of the bronchi and lung?

    <p>bronchopneumonia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does pneumococcal refer to?

    <p>an infection in the lung caused by a spherical bacterium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is carboxyhemoglobin?

    <p>a substance that carries carbon monoxide in the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does radiography involve?

    <p>taking a chest x-ray</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What encourages patients to breathe deeply?

    <p>spirometer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a bronchoscopy?

    <p>using a scope to look at the bronchi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a chest tube?

    <p>to treat a pneumothorax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is resuscitation?

    <p>a procedure to ventilate the lungs and circulate the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does culture and sensitivity diagnose?

    <p>a bacterial infection and which antibiotic drug is used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is thoracotomy?

    <p>an incision into the chest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is intubation?

    <p>using an endotracheal tube</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Inhalation is also known as ______.

    <p>inspiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Oxygen is carried in a red blood cell in what form? ______

    <p>oxyhemoglobin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Normal depth and rate of respiration is known as ______.

    <p>eupnea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does asthmatic pertain to?

    <p>asthma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is bronchitis?

    <p>inflammation or infection of the bronchus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is pyothorax?

    <p>thorax that contains pus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is auscultation?

    <p>a process of listening to lung sounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition involves skin turning blue?

    <p>cyanosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a tracheostomy?

    <p>surgically created opening into the trachea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hemoptysis?

    <p>abnormal condition of coughing up blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does pneumonectomy refer to?

    <p>surgical excision of a lung</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What instrument is used to examine the chest?

    <p>stethoscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is bronchiectasis?

    <p>sudden, involuntary muscle contraction around the bronchus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an oximeter used for?

    <p>to measure the oxygen content of the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a ventilator do?

    <p>produces movement of air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What instrument examines the larynx?

    <p>laryngoscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does pleurisy refer to?

    <p>inflammation or infection of the pleura</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is a lung infection called?

    <p>pneumonia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does anthracosis indicate?

    <p>having coal dust in the lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a thoracotomy?

    <p>an incision into the thorax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does bronchoscopy entail?

    <p>using an instrument to examine the bronchus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is lobectomy?

    <p>surgical excision of a lobe of the lung</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does therapist refer to?

    <p>one who specializes in treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is pneumothorax?

    <p>abnormal condition of the thorax having air in it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does hemothorax refer to?

    <p>thorax that contains blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does spirometer measure?

    <p>the volume that a patient breathes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of resuscitation?

    <p>a process to revive or raise up again a patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an oximeter used for?

    <p>to measure oxygen in the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is thoracocentesis?

    <p>procedure to puncture the thorax with a needle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does orthopnea refer to?

    <p>breathing in a straight-up position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Phrenic: Refers to the nerve associated with the diaphragm, essential for breathing.

    • Inspiration: The process of taking a breath, critical for oxygen intake.

    • Respiration: The repetitive process of breathing, involving inhalation and exhalation.

    • Respiratory: Pertains to the overall function and processes of breathing.

    • Adenocarcinoma: A type of cancer that originates from glandular tissue.

    • Bronchodilator: A medication that relaxes and widens the bronchial passages, improving airflow.

    • Bronchopneumonia: A condition characterized by inflammation or infection affecting both the bronchi and lungs.

    • Pneumococcal: Refers to infections in the lungs caused by spherical bacteria known as pneumococcus.

    • Carboxyhemoglobin: A substance formed when carbon monoxide binds to hemoglobin in the blood.

    • Radiography: The technique of capturing chest x-rays for medical examinations.

    • Spirometer: A device that measures the volume of air inhaled or exhaled, used to assess lung function.

    • Bronchoscopy: A procedure utilizing a scope to visually examine the bronchi.

    • Chest Tube: A medical device employed to treat pneumothorax, facilitating air evacuation from the pleural space.

    • Resuscitation: A medical intervention aimed at restoring breathing and blood circulation.

    • Culture and Sensitivity: Laboratory tests that diagnose bacterial infections and determine effective antibiotics.

    • Thoracotomy: A surgical procedure involving an incision into the chest.

    • Intubation: Insertion of an endotracheal tube to maintain an open airway.

    • Inhalation: Another term for inspiration; the act of drawing air into the lungs.

    • Oxyhemoglobin: The form of hemoglobin that carries oxygen in red blood cells.

    • Eupnea: The normal pattern of breathing, characterized by regular depth and rate.

    • Asthmatic: Pertaining to asthma, a condition that causes breathing difficulties.

    • Bronchitis: Inflammation or infection affecting the bronchi, often leading to cough.

    • Pyothorax: The presence of pus within the thoracic cavity, indicating infection.

    • Auscultation: The process of listening to lung sounds for diagnostic purposes.

    • Cyanosis: A bluish discoloration of the skin, indicating insufficient oxygenation.

    • Tracheostomy: A surgical procedure to create an opening in the trachea for ventilation.

    • Hemoptysis: The coughing up of blood, often indicative of a serious condition.

    • Pneumonectomy: The surgical removal of an entire lung.

    • Stethoscope: A diagnostic instrument used by healthcare providers to listen to body sounds, particularly heart and lung.

    • Bronchiectasis: A condition marked by dilation and damage of the bronchi, often due to chronic infection.

    • Oximeter: A device used to measure the oxygen saturation level in the blood.

    • Ventilator: A machine or device that assists or replaces spontaneous breathing.

    • Laryngoscope: An instrument used to examine the larynx and vocal cords.

    • Pleurisy: Inflammation of the pleura, membranes surrounding the lungs, causing chest pain.

    • Pneumonia: An infection affecting the lungs, leading to respiratory distress.

    • Anthracosis: The accumulation of coal dust in the lungs, often seen in miners.

    • Thoracocentesis: A procedure involving the puncture of the thorax to remove fluid or air.

    • Orthopnea: Difficulty breathing while lying flat, often relieved by sitting upright.

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    Test your knowledge of key terms related to pulmonology with these flashcards from Chapter 4. Each card provides a vocabulary word along with its specific definition, covering essential concepts in respiratory health. Perfect for students studying medicine or physiology.

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