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What is the medical term for shortness of breath?
What is the medical term for shortness of breath?
What is the condition called when someone experiences difficulty breathing while walking up stairs?
What is the condition called when someone experiences difficulty breathing while walking up stairs?
Which of the following is NOT a typical cause of shortness of breath when lying down (orthopnea)?
Which of the following is NOT a typical cause of shortness of breath when lying down (orthopnea)?
What is the medical term for a bluish-purple discoloration of the skin due to low oxygen levels in the blood?
What is the medical term for a bluish-purple discoloration of the skin due to low oxygen levels in the blood?
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What is the main characteristic of sleep apnea?
What is the main characteristic of sleep apnea?
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Which of the following is associated with rapid or deep breathing often caused by anxiety or panic?
Which of the following is associated with rapid or deep breathing often caused by anxiety or panic?
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What is the term used to describe the feeling of not being able to get enough air?
What is the term used to describe the feeling of not being able to get enough air?
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Which of the following is NOT a symptom of sleep apnea?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of sleep apnea?
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Flashcards
SOBOE
SOBOE
Shortness of breath on exertion, indicating difficulty in breathing during simple activities.
Dyspnea
Dyspnea
Medical term for feeling short of breath, a sensation of not getting enough air.
SOB
SOB
Shortness of breath; a common and alarming sensation of inadequate breathing.
Cyanosis
Cyanosis
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Apnea
Apnea
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Orthopnea
Orthopnea
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Hyperventilation
Hyperventilation
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Exertional dyspnea
Exertional dyspnea
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Study Notes
Respiratory System Terms
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SOBOE: Shortness of breath on exertion, difficulty breathing during physical activity like walking up stairs. Also known as breathlessness on exertion and exertional dyspnea.
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SOB: Shortness of breath or breathlessness, a feeling of not being able to breathe normally or feeling suffocated. A frightening sensation.
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Cyanosis: A bluish-purple discoloration of the skin, especially thin areas like lips, mouth, earlobes, and fingernails. Indicates decreased oxygen in the bloodstream, possibly due to lung or heart problems.
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Dyspnea: A medical term for shortness of breath. Patients may describe it as "air hunger", chest tightness, or needing to breathe harder, etc. It's often used interchangeably with shortness of breath.
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Apnea: Absence of breathing for more than 15 seconds. Often associated with bradycardia (slow heart rate) and/or desaturation (low blood oxygen level). Common in sleep disorders.
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Orthopnea: Shortness of breath when lying down. Relieved by sitting or standing up. Common with heart failure or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
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Hyperventilation: Rapid or deep breathing, often due to anxiety or panic. Can lead to lightheadedness and feeling breathless.
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Sputum: Thick mucus made in the lungs. May be produced due to infections or chronic lung illnesses. Can be coughed up. Not the same as saliva.
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Respiration: The process of breathing, involving taking in oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide.
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Wheezing: A shrill whistle or rattle sound during breathing, indicating partially blocked airways. Could be due to allergies, colds, bronchitis or more serious conditions such as asthma, pneumonia, heart failure.
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Test your knowledge on key terms related to the respiratory system. This quiz covers definitions and implications of important respiratory conditions such as shortness of breath and apnea. Brush up on your medical terminology and enhance your understanding of respiratory health.
