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The space in the chest between the lungs is called the:

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Mediastinum

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The structure that covers the larynx is called the:

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Epiglottis

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The mediastinum contains the:

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heart, aorta, esophagus, and bronchi

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The exchange of oxygen (O2) and carbon dioxide (CO2) in body cells is called:

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Internal respiration

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The adenoids are located in the:

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Nasopharynx

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The lining of the thoracic cavity is called the:

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Parietal pluera

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Diffusion of oxygen (O2) and carbon dioxide (CO2) occurs in the:

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Pulmonary capillaries

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Nares are divided by the:

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Septum

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Expelling of carbon dioxide (CO2) from the lungs is called:

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Exhalation

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Hairlike structures that move particles upward to the pharynx for coughing or swallowing are called:

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Cilia

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Tiny air sacs found at the end of the bronchioles are called:

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Alveoli

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Pulmonary ventilation is more commonly called:

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Breathing

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The parietal pleura glides smoothly over the visceral pleura because the pleural cavity normally contains a small amount of:

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Lubricating fluid

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Olfactory neurons are located deep within the:

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Nasal cavity

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When the diaphragm contracts, it partially:

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Descends into the abdominal cavity

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The CF atel/o means:

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Incomplete, imperfect

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The CF coni/o means:

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Dust

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The CF spir/o means:

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Breathe

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The CF pneum/o or pneumon/o means:

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Air, lung

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The suffix -ptysis means:

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Spitting

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The suffix -phonia means:

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Voice

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The suffix -capnia means:

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Carbon dioxide (CO2)

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The disease that produces focal lesions encased in small pockets called granulomas is:

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Tuberculosis

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Absence of the sense of smell is called:

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Anosmia

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The presence of pus in the pleural cavity is called:

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Empyema

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What is the disease characterized by bronchial dilation that usually leads to secondary infection?

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Bronchiectasis

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Accumulation of fluid in the abdominal and thoracic cavities is called:

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Ascites

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Which is a characteristic of influenza?

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Myalgia

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The inability of alveoli to contract because of a loss of alveolar elasticity is a characteristic of:

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Emphysema

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The clinical term for a head cold is:

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Coryza

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Which is a hereditary disorder that commonly affects the lungs?

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Cystic fibrosis

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Which term refers to any inflammatory condition of the lungs?

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Pneumonia

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Which is an abnormal respiratory sound heard on auscultation?

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Rale

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The term epistaxis means:

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A nosebleed

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Solidification of the lungs is called:

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Consolidation

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Which is an accumulation of extravascular fluid in lung tissues and alveoli, commonly caused by heart failure?

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Pulmonary edema

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Reye syndrome is associated with:

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Aspirin

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Excess of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the blood is called:

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Hypercapnia

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A high-pitched, harsh, adventitious breath sound caused by a spasm or swelling of the larynx or an obstruction in the upper airway is called:

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Stridor

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The ease with which lungs expand and fill with air is called:

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Compliance

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Which is an occupational disorder commonly caused by inhaling dust particles?

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Pneumonoconiosis

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Swelling of the nasal sinuses associated with upper respiratory infections commonly causes:

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Anosmia

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Accumulation of pus in the pleural cavity is called:

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Pyothorax

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A collapsed or airless lung is called:

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Atelectasis

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Which is a lung disease that produces a thick (viscous) mucus that blocks airways?

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Cystic fibrosis

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Hyaline membrane disease in preterm infants is commonly caused by:

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Insufficient surfactant

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Which procedure helps evaluate the ability of the lungs to take in and expel air?

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Pulmonary function studies

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Gently tapping the chest with the fingers to determine the position, size, or consistency of the underlying structures is called:

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Percussion

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Irrigation of the paranasal sinuses to remove mucopurulent material is called:

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Antral lavage

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Which is a noninvasive test that monitors the percentage of hemoglobin saturated with oxygen?

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Oximetry

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The sweat test is used to diagnose:

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Cystic fibrosis

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Which is an intradermal test used to determine tuberculin sensitivity?

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Mantoux test

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Visual examination of the heart, trachea, esophagus, bronchus, and thymus is called:

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Mediastinoscopy

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Treatment of lung disorders using medications delivered directly to the lungs is called:

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Aerosol therapy

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Which procedure is a surgical repair of the nose to correct birth defects or for cosmetic purposes?

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Rhinoplasty

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Visual examination of the voice box is called:

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Laryngoscopy

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Which procedure is a surgical puncture of the pleural cavity?

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Thoracentesis

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Removal of a lobe of the lung is called:

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Lobectomy

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Which method of positioning a patient ensures that gravity aids in clearing bronchi and lungs of secretions?

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Postural drainage

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Use of a stethoscope to detect abnormal lung sounds is called:

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Ausculation

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A surgical opening in the neck for insertion of a breathing tube is called:

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Tracheostomy

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Which laboratory test identifies the disease-causing organisms of the lower respiratory tract?

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Sputum culture

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Which procedure is a surgical correction of a deviated nasal septum?

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Septoplasty

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Which imaging test combines computed tomography (CT) and angiography to produce images of pulmonary arteries?

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Computed tomography pulmonary angiography

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Which imaging procedure evaluates airflow and blood flow in the lungs to detect a blood clot?

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Ventilation-profusion (V-Q) scan

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Which laboratory test measures dissolved O2 and CO2 in arteries?

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Arterial blood gas

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Which medication suppresses coughing?

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Antitussive

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Which medication treats sneezing, runny nose, itchiness, and rashes?

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Antihistamine

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Which medication expands air passages?

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Bronchodilator

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Which test assesses the ability of the lungs to take in and expel air and evaluates gas exchange across the alveolocapillary membrane?

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PFT

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Which organism causes tuberculosis?

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AFB

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Which medication inhibits the growth of bacteria?

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Antibiotic

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Which is a method of delivering medication directly to the lungs?

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DPI

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Which medication is used to liquify respiratory secretions so that they are more easily coughed up?

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Expectorant

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Which abbreviation stands for imaging of the lungs?

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CXR

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Which medication acts on the immune system by blocking production of substances that trigger allergic and inflammatory actions?

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Corticosteroid

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pulmon/o

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lung

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adenoid/o

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adenoids

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phren/o

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diaphragm; mind

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spir/o

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breathe

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tonsill/o

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tonsils

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mediastin/o

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mediastinum

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trache/o

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trachea (windpipe)

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pector/o

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chest

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layrng/o

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larynx (voice box)

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ox/i

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oxygen

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bronchi/o

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bronchus (plural, bronchi)

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orth/o

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straight

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pharyng/o

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pharynx (throat)

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pneum/o

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air; lung

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bronchiol/o

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bronchiole

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anthrac/o

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coal, coal dust

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rhin/o

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nose

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alveol/o

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alveolus; air sac

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atel/o

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incomplete; imperfect

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epiglott/o

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epiglottis

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inflammatory fluid that is high in protein with blood and immune cells

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exudate

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displacement of the cartilage dividing the nostrils

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deviated septum

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excessive fluid in the lungs that induces coughing and dyspnea

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pulmonary edema

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nosebleed; nasal hemorrhage

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epistaxis

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disease characterized by decrease in alveolar elasticity

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emphysema

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whooping cough

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pertussis

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loss of sponginess of lungs as a result of engorgement

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consolidation

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phospholipid that allows the lungs to expand with ease

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surfactant

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absence or decrease in the sense of smell

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anosmia

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test of sleep cycles and stages

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polysomnography

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relieves or suppresses coughing

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antitussive

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organism that causes TB

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acid fast bacillus

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washing or irrigating of the sinuses

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antral lavage

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abnormal pH of body fluids associated with retention of CO2

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acidosis

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used primarily in children to confirm cystic fibrosis

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sweat test

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inflammation of the pleural membrane

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pleurisy

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abnormal breath sound heard on auscultation

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rhonchus

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treatment using medications delivered directly to the lungs

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aerosol therapy

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collapsed or airless lung

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atelectasis

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condition caused by insufficient intake of oxygen

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asphyxia

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measurement of ventilatory ability

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spirometry

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placement of a plastic tube into the trachea to maintain an open airway

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intubation

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medication that relieves sneezing, runny nose, itchiness, and rashes

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antihistamine

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visual examination of the heart, trachea, esophagus, bronchus, thymus, and lymph nodes through a small suprasternal incision

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mediastinoscopy

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decrease of oxygen in the tissues

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hypoxia

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decrease of oxygen in the blood

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hypoxemia

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Build a word that means spasm of the diaphragm:

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phrenospasm

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