CH7 PT2 Flashcards

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Antitussive

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A medication used to suppress or reduce coughing.

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Aphonia

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Complete loss of voice, usually caused by problems with the vocal cords.

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Atelectasis

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Collapse of a lung or part of a lung, often caused by blockage of the airway or pressure on the lung.

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Bronchiectasis

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A condition where the airways in the lungs become widened and damaged, leading to chronic coughing and mucus production.

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Bronchospasm

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A sudden narrowing of the airways in the lungs, often caused by an allergic reaction or asthma.

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

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A group of lung diseases that cause airflow obstruction and breathing difficulties, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

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Cystic Fibrosis

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A genetic disorder that affects the lungs, digestive system, and other organs, causing thick mucus buildup and infections.

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Dyspnea

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Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath.

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Empyema

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A collection of pus in the space between the lung and the chest wall (pleural space).

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Endotracheal Intubation

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Insertion of a tube into the trachea (windpipe) to maintain an open airway, often used during surgery or in cases of respiratory failure.