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What does the suffix -pnea mean?
breathing
What is the term for an inability to produce sound?
aphonia
What is an abnormal enlargement of the distal phalanges as a result of diminished oxygen in the blood?
clubbing
What is a condition of abnormally slow breathing?
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Which word part means straight?
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What is a term for a nosebleed?
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What is the term for deep, rapid breathing followed by a period of apnea?
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What is a discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes caused by deoxygenation of the blood?
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What is the term for spitting blood or blood-stained sputum?
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What is a term for any abnormal, difficult, or uncomfortable breathing?
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What is an impairment of speaking or hoarseness called?
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What is the definition of an abnormal, periodic cessation of breathing?
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What is the term for a high-pitched, inspiratory sound from the larynx?
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What are abnormal rumbling sounds heard on auscultation called?
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What is a hollow, drum-like sound from the chest?
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What is an abnormal condition of fungus in the nose called?
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What is an acute viral infection of early childhood, marked by stridor caused by spasms of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi?
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What is a small tumor-like growth that projects from a mucous membrane surface called?
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What is a deflection of the wall between the nostrils called?
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What is Coryza?
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What is the inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose and eustachian tubes called?
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What is a collapsed lung referred to as?
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Patients who experience Dyspnea on exertion (DOE) may have?
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What is an abnormal condition of the pulmonary system characterized by distention and destructive changes of the sacs at the ends of the bronchioles?
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Choose the correct spelling of the term for an abnormal condition marked by lost lung capacity due to dust accumulation in the lungs.
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Study Notes
Respiratory Terminology
- Suffix -pnea denotes breathing related terms in medical vocabulary.
- Aphonia indicates an inability to produce sound from the vocal cords.
- Clubbing refers to an abnormal enlargement of the distal phalanges due to oxygen deficiency in the bloodstream.
- Bradypnea signifies abnormally slow breathing rates, which can affect gas exchange.
- The root orth/o translates to straight, used in terms relating to alignment.
Common Respiratory Conditions
- Epistaxis is the medical term for a nosebleed, highlighting issues within the nasal cavity.
- Cheyne-Stokes respiration describes deep, rapid breathing alternating with periods of apnea.
- Cyanosis represents skin and mucous membrane discoloration due to low blood oxygen levels.
- Hemoptysis is characterized by spitting blood or blood-stained sputum, indicating possible pulmonary issues.
- Dyspnea denotes any form of abnormal, difficult, or uncomfortable breathing.
Voice and Sound Abnormalities
- Dysphonia refers to hoarseness or impairment in speaking, often due to vocal cord dysfunction.
- Apnea is defined as an abnormal, periodic cessation of breathing, potentially life-threatening.
- Stridor is a high-pitched, inspiratory sound resulting from obstruction in the larynx.
- Rhonchi describes abnormal rumbling sounds auscultated during breathing, indicating airflow obstruction.
- Tympany refers to a hollow, drumlike sound heard in the thoracic cavity upon percussion.
Nasal and Sinus Conditions
- Rhinomycosis is the term for an abnormal fungal condition affecting the nasal cavity.
- Croup is an acute viral infection predominantly in children, characterized by stridor and respiratory distress.
- Polyp describes a small, tumor-like growth on mucous membranes in the nasal passages.
- A deviated septum refers to an anatomical deflection of the wall between the nostrils, potentially leading to breathing difficulties.
- Coryza indicates symptoms of a upper respiratory infection (URI), such as nasal congestion and discharge.
Pulmonary Conditions
- Rhinosalpingitis involves inflammation of the mucous membranes in both the nose and Eustachian tubes, impacting ear function.
- Atelectasis describes a collapsed lung, which can result from various pulmonary conditions.
- Individuals experiencing dyspnea on exertion (DOE) may suffer from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
- Emphysema is an abnormal condition characterized by pulmonary distention and destruction of the alveoli, impairing gas exchange.
- Pneumoconiosis is an abnormal lung condition arising from dust accumulation, affecting lung capacity and function.
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