Case Study Multiple Choice TS is an 80 yo F admitted to the hospital with an exacerbation of COPD.She was diagnosed with the disease 20 years ago and now complains of shortness of breath, dyspnea, and an upset stomach. HT: 5'1" WT: 104# UBW: 115# All of the following would be part of registered dietitian's nutrition plan for TS except: A)resting before meals. B)small, frequent meals. C)avoiding excess energy intake. D)physical exercise to increase fat mass.

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Deck 21: Diseases of the Respiratory System

Question

Which of the following techniques would be used to detect rales?

A)percussion
B)auscultation
C)spirometry
D)pulse oximetry

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to flip the card.

Question

Smokers have a higher daily requirement than non-smokers for which vitamin?

A)A
B)C
C)E
D)K

Question

Which antibody is most associated with asthma?

A)IgG
B)IgE
C)IgA
D)IgD

Question

In the acid-base imbalance alkalosis, what happens to respiratory activity?

A)increases
B)stays the same
C)decreases
D)it is irrelevant

Question

In general, the energy needs of an infant with BPD are _____ higher than those of normal infants in order to support lung function and growth

A)50-55%
B)15-25%
C)30%
D)70%

Question

Which of the following would be included in an ABG evaluation?

A)FEV
B)O₂ saturation
C)FVC
D)minute ventilation

Question

Bronchopulmonary dysplasia is associated with which population?

A)premature infants
B)children
C)adolescents who were born prematurely
D)adults

Question

Your patient has asthma and her prescribed medication is Singulair What is the action of this medication?

A)bronchodilator
B)corticosteroid
C)inhaler
D)leukotriene antagonist

Question

Respiratory changes in _____ occur quickly in response to acid-base disturbances, and can help to restore balance by altering the blood pH

A)ABGs
B)FVC
C)FEV1
D)minute ventilation

Question

Which of the following terms refers to difficulty breathing?

A)dyspnea
B)dysphagia
C)emphysema
D)hypoxia

Question

During _____, the patient breathes into a tube attached to a machine which calculates the amount of air the lungs can hold

A)metabolic cart analysis
B)spirometry
C)pulse oximetry
D)percussion

Question

Which of the following is a proven intervention for asthma?

A)vitamins C and E
B)omega-3 FA
C)omega-6 FA
D)removing the trigger from the environment

Question

Gas exchange occurs in the _____ unit

A)bronchi
B)bronchioles
C)blood stream
D)alveolar-capillary

Question

In the acid-base imbalance acidosis, what happens to respiratory activity?

A)increases
B)stays the same
C)decreases
D)it is irrelevant

Question

Which of the following describes a progressive disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of the alveoli?

A)asthma
B)BPD
C)COPD
D)CF

Question

Which of the following is not a nutritional concern for a patient with BPD?

A)need for nutrition support
B)weaning off of the ventilator
C)reflux esophagitis
D)fatigue during feeding

Question

Which of the following is NOT a common, contributing factor in the growth failure of infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia?

A)development of fatigue during eating
B)impaired GI absorption
C)need for fluid restriction
D)increase in resting metabolic rate

Question

Although infants with BPD will have increased protein needs, intakes of greater than 4 g/kg/day should be avoided Why?

A)Excessive protein could promote necrotizing enterocolitis due to immaturity of the GI tract.
B)Excessive protein could stimulate anaphylactic shock.
C)Excessive protein interferes with corticosteroid medications used in the treatment of BPD.
D)Excessive protein increases risk of acidosis due to immaturity of kidneys.

Question

When including recommendations in your practice for respiratory conditions, which of the following is a limitation?

A)lack of RDs that work with respiratory diseases
B)lack of evidence-based research
C)lack of a strong correlation between nutrition and respiratory disease
D)lack of a certification for respiratory diseases

Question

There is some evidence showing a positive relationship between dietary _____ and healthy lung function

A)macronutrients
B)B vitamins
C)antioxidants
D)minerals

Question

Increased production of abnormal RBC is also a late complication of COPD This is called secondary

A)polycythemia.
B)anemia.
C)cyanosis.
D)clubbing.

Question

The main goal of managing transplant patients is:

A)preventing rejection and its associated complications.
B)maintaining adequate serum protein levels.
C)severe immunosuppression.
D)providing new antibodies to the host.

Question

Which of the following is the most common cause of COPD?

A)smoking
B)inadequate vitamin C intake
C)inadequate antioxidant intake
D)air pollution

Question

Cystic fibrosis is

A)an autosomal recessive disorder.
B)an autosomal dominant disorder.
C)an X-linked recessive disorder.

Question

Your patient has chronic bronchitis You would expect to see all of the following signs except:

A)cyanosis.
B)cor pulmonale.
C)clubbing.
D)secondary polycythemia.

Question

Case Study Multiple Choice
TS is an 80 yo F admitted to the hospital with an exacerbation of COPD.She was diagnosed with the disease 20 years ago and now complains of shortness of breath, dyspnea, and an upset stomach.
HT: 5'1" WT: 104# UBW: 115#
What is TS's % UBW?

A)99%
B)90.4%
C)104.5%
D)89.6%

Question

The syndrome of cardiac complications that occurs with COPD is called _____ and can lead to _____

A)cor pulmonale, heart failure
B)L ventricular failure, orthopnea
C)cardiomyopathy, L ventricular failure
D)orthopnea, cor pulmonale

Question

The defect seen in CF results in improper transport of:

A)glucose.
B)sodium.
C)chloride.
D)magnesium.

Question

The basic nutritional goals for a patient with COPD include:

A)consumption of high-fat diets.
B)limiting fluids.
C)maintaining IBW and LBM.
D)provision of enteral nutritional support.

Question

Overfeeding results in:

A)lipolysis.
B)gluconeogenesis.
C)increased CO₂ retention.
D)hyponatremia.

Question

All of the following are nutritional concerns for the CF patient except:

A)glomerulonephritis.
B)increased nutrient needs.
C)pancreatic insufficiency.
D)diabetes.

Question

A patient has dyspnea, orthopnea, and a barrel chest Which of the following conditions would most likely be suspected?

A)chronic bronchitis
B)emphysema
C)upper respiratory infection
D)pneumonia

Question

Cystic fibrosis is usually diagnosed by

A)a fecal fat test.
B)a sweat test.
C)genetic mapping.
D)urinalysis.

Question

A)9.6%
B)5.7%
C)10.6%
D)8.9%

Question

Which of the following recommendations would you make to your patient with CF?

A)high-protein, high-kcal, low-fat diet
B)take LCT oil between meals
C)take pancreatic enzymes with meals
D)restrict carbohydrate kcal if DM is present

Question

What type of enteral formula is preferred for ARDS patients?

A)high-protein
B)omega-3 enhanced
C)hydrolyzed
D)low-carbohydrate

Question

Anticholinergics

A)decrease swelling.
B)relax smooth muscle.
C)decrease airway contraction.

Question

If your patient has respiratory failure in the ICU and is on a mechanical ventilator, generally his or her nutritional needs are:

A)increased.
B)decreased but only slightly.
C)decreased dramatically.
D)the same as those of other patients.

Question

Which of the following patients is at highest risk for developing aspiration pneumonia?

A)patient with compromised pyloric sphincter
B)patient with dysphagia
C)someone on a jejunal tube feeding
D)someone who has low gastric residuals

Question

Beta agonists

A)decrease swelling.
B)relax smooth muscle.
C)decrease airway contraction.

Question

A)1512 kcalories
B)1276 kcalories
C)1150 kcalories
D)1654 kcalories

Question

A)47 g
B)52 g
C)70 g
D)99 g

Question

HD is a 21 yo M who has cystic fibrosis.His physician fears that HD's nutritional status is not optimal and has referred him and his family to you for nutrition counseling.The physician has provided you with HD's medical record, and it shows that he is lethargic, has been vomiting, and has been diagnosed with dehydration.In addition, a bone mineral density scan reveals osteopenia.He reports good appetite and increased intake but the physician believes that both the patient and his family have been non-compliant with nutrition-related recommendations and that HD is not growing as expected.He has been on corticosteroids since early childhood, has gone to chest physiotherapy, and has taken his vitamins "on and off."
Because HD is not growing as expected, the registered dietitian may also recommend which of the following as part of his/her overall nutrition plan?

A)EN
B)PN
C)po supplement
D)LCT oil

Question

Case Study
TS is an 80 yo F admitted to the hospital with an exacerbation of COPD.She was diagnosed with the disease 20 years ago and now complains of shortness of breath, dyspnea, and an upset stomach.
HT: 5'1" WT: 104# UBW: 115#

-The doctor has determined that TS requires mechanical ventilation and has consulted the registered dietitian He/she is most concerned with:

A)not underfeeding due to previous weight loss.
B)overfeeding causing excess CO₂ production.
C)providing >REE * 3.
D)decreased O₂ consumption.

Question

HD is a 21 yo M who has cystic fibrosis.His physician fears that HD's nutritional status is not optimal and has referred him and his family to you for nutrition counseling.The physician has provided you with HD's medical record, and it shows that he is lethargic, has been vomiting, and has been diagnosed with dehydration.In addition, a bone mineral density scan reveals osteopenia.He reports good appetite and increased intake but the physician believes that both the patient and his family have been non-compliant with nutrition-related recommendations and that HD is not growing as expected.He has been on corticosteroids since early childhood, has gone to chest physiotherapy, and has taken his vitamins "on and off."
Which of the following will be an optimal amount of vitamin A for HD?

A)200-400 IU/day
B)10,000 IU/day
C)400-800 IU/day
D)0.3-0.5 IU/day

Question

HD is a 21 yo M who has cystic fibrosis.His physician fears that HD's nutritional status is not optimal and has referred him and his family to you for nutrition counseling.The physician has provided you with HD's medical record, and it shows that he is lethargic, has been vomiting, and has been diagnosed with dehydration.In addition, a bone mineral density scan reveals osteopenia.He reports good appetite and increased intake but the physician believes that both the patient and his family have been non-compliant with nutrition-related recommendations and that HD is not growing as expected.He has been on corticosteroids since early childhood, has gone to chest physiotherapy, and has taken his vitamins "on and off."
The registered dietitian is creating a meal plan for HD that will also include effective ways to manage CFRD How much of the diet should come from fat?

A)20-30% of kcal
B)enough to provide essential fatty acids
C)35-45% of kcal
D)at least 60 grams/day of polyunsaturated fatty acids

Question

HD is a 21 yo M who has cystic fibrosis.His physician fears that HD's nutritional status is not optimal and has referred him and his family to you for nutrition counseling.The physician has provided you with HD's medical record, and it shows that he is lethargic, has been vomiting, and has been diagnosed with dehydration.In addition, a bone mineral density scan reveals osteopenia.He reports good appetite and increased intake but the physician believes that both the patient and his family have been non-compliant with nutrition-related recommendations and that HD is not growing as expected.He has been on corticosteroids since early childhood, has gone to chest physiotherapy, and has taken his vitamins "on and off."
Which of the following will the registered dietitian also recommend based on the above?

A)restricting carbohydrate intake
B)set meal planning
C)only incorporating omega-3 fatty acids for inflammation
D)pancreatic enzymes with each meal

Question

HD is a 21 yo M who has cystic fibrosis.His physician fears that HD's nutritional status is not optimal and has referred him and his family to you for nutrition counseling.The physician has provided you with HD's medical record, and it shows that he is lethargic, has been vomiting, and has been diagnosed with dehydration.In addition, a bone mineral density scan reveals osteopenia.He reports good appetite and increased intake but the physician believes that both the patient and his family have been non-compliant with nutrition-related recommendations and that HD is not growing as expected.He has been on corticosteroids since early childhood, has gone to chest physiotherapy, and has taken his vitamins "on and off."
Which of the following is not a likely cause of his osteopenia?

A)reduced enzyme function
B)lack of vitamin supplementation
C)long-term use of corticosteroids
D)decreased intake

Question

A)resting before meals.
B)small, frequent meals.
C)avoiding excess energy intake.
D)physical exercise to increase fat mass.

Question

HD is a 21 yo M who has cystic fibrosis.His physician fears that HD's nutritional status is not optimal and has referred him and his family to you for nutrition counseling.The physician has provided you with HD's medical record, and it shows that he is lethargic, has been vomiting, and has been diagnosed with dehydration.In addition, a bone mineral density scan reveals osteopenia.He reports good appetite and increased intake but the physician believes that both the patient and his family have been non-compliant with nutrition-related recommendations and that HD is not growing as expected.He has been on corticosteroids since early childhood, has gone to chest physiotherapy, and has taken his vitamins "on and off."
The registered dietitian suspects that HD's symptoms of lethargy, vomiting, and dehydration are a result of:

A)reduced absorption of minerals.
B)loss of sodium through the skin.
C)HD's climate.
D)increased intake of K.

Question

Match between columns

dyspnea

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

dyspnea

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

dyspnea

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

dyspnea

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

dyspnea

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

dyspnea

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

dyspnea

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

dyspnea

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

dyspnea

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

dyspnea

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

dyspnea

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

dyspnea

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

dyspnea

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

dyspnea

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

dyspnea

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

dyspnea

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

dyspnea

difficulty breathing while lying down

dyspnea

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

dyspnea

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

dyspnea

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

dyspnea

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

ARDS

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

ARDS

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

ARDS

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

ARDS

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

ARDS

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

ARDS

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

ARDS

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

ARDS

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

ARDS

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

ARDS

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

ARDS

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

ARDS

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

ARDS

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

ARDS

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

ARDS

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

ARDS

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

ARDS

difficulty breathing while lying down

ARDS

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

ARDS

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

ARDS

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

ARDS

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

URI

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

URI

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

URI

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

URI

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

URI

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

URI

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

URI

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

URI

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

URI

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

URI

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

URI

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

URI

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

URI

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

URI

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

URI

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

URI

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

URI

difficulty breathing while lying down

URI

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

URI

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

URI

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

URI

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

bronchial hyperreactivity

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

bronchial hyperreactivity

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

bronchial hyperreactivity

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

bronchial hyperreactivity

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

bronchial hyperreactivity

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

bronchial hyperreactivity

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

bronchial hyperreactivity

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

bronchial hyperreactivity

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

bronchial hyperreactivity

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

bronchial hyperreactivity

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

bronchial hyperreactivity

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

bronchial hyperreactivity

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

bronchial hyperreactivity

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

bronchial hyperreactivity

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

bronchial hyperreactivity

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

bronchial hyperreactivity

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

bronchial hyperreactivity

difficulty breathing while lying down

bronchial hyperreactivity

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

bronchial hyperreactivity

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

bronchial hyperreactivity

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

bronchial hyperreactivity

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

asthma

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

asthma

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

asthma

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

asthma

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

asthma

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

asthma

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

asthma

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

asthma

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

asthma

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

asthma

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

asthma

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

asthma

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

asthma

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

asthma

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

asthma

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

asthma

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

asthma

difficulty breathing while lying down

asthma

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

asthma

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

asthma

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

asthma

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

aerophagia

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

aerophagia

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

aerophagia

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

aerophagia

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

aerophagia

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

aerophagia

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

aerophagia

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

aerophagia

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

aerophagia

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

aerophagia

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

aerophagia

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

aerophagia

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

aerophagia

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

aerophagia

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

aerophagia

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

aerophagia

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

aerophagia

difficulty breathing while lying down

aerophagia

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

aerophagia

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

aerophagia

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

aerophagia

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

bronchitis

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

bronchitis

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

bronchitis

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

bronchitis

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

bronchitis

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

bronchitis

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

bronchitis

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

bronchitis

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

bronchitis

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

bronchitis

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

bronchitis

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

bronchitis

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

bronchitis

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

bronchitis

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

bronchitis

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

bronchitis

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

bronchitis

difficulty breathing while lying down

bronchitis

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

bronchitis

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

bronchitis

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

bronchitis

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

COPD

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

COPD

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

COPD

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

COPD

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

COPD

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

COPD

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

COPD

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

COPD

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

COPD

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

COPD

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

COPD

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

COPD

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

COPD

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

COPD

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

COPD

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

COPD

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

COPD

difficulty breathing while lying down

COPD

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

COPD

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

COPD

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

COPD

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

pneumonia

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

pneumonia

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

pneumonia

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

pneumonia

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

pneumonia

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

pneumonia

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

pneumonia

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

pneumonia

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

pneumonia

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

pneumonia

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

pneumonia

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

pneumonia

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

pneumonia

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

pneumonia

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

pneumonia

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

pneumonia

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

pneumonia

difficulty breathing while lying down

pneumonia

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

pneumonia

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

pneumonia

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

pneumonia

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

difficulty breathing while lying down

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

orthopnea

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

orthopnea

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

orthopnea

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

orthopnea

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

orthopnea

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

orthopnea

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

orthopnea

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

orthopnea

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

orthopnea

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

orthopnea

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

orthopnea

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

orthopnea

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

orthopnea

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

orthopnea

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

orthopnea

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

orthopnea

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

orthopnea

difficulty breathing while lying down

orthopnea

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

orthopnea

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

orthopnea

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

orthopnea

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

hypoxemia

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

hypoxemia

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

hypoxemia

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

hypoxemia

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

hypoxemia

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

hypoxemia

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

hypoxemia

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

hypoxemia

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

hypoxemia

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

hypoxemia

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

hypoxemia

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

hypoxemia

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

hypoxemia

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

hypoxemia

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

hypoxemia

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

hypoxemia

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

hypoxemia

difficulty breathing while lying down

hypoxemia

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

hypoxemia

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

hypoxemia

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

hypoxemia

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

cyanosis

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

cyanosis

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

cyanosis

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

cyanosis

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

cyanosis

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

cyanosis

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

cyanosis

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

cyanosis

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

cyanosis

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

cyanosis

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

cyanosis

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

cyanosis

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

cyanosis

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

cyanosis

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

cyanosis

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

cyanosis

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

cyanosis

difficulty breathing while lying down

cyanosis

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

cyanosis

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

cyanosis

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

cyanosis

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

cystic fibrosis

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

cystic fibrosis

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

cystic fibrosis

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

cystic fibrosis

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

cystic fibrosis

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

cystic fibrosis

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

cystic fibrosis

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

cystic fibrosis

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

cystic fibrosis

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

cystic fibrosis

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

cystic fibrosis

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

cystic fibrosis

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

cystic fibrosis

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

cystic fibrosis

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

cystic fibrosis

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

cystic fibrosis

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

cystic fibrosis

difficulty breathing while lying down

cystic fibrosis

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

cystic fibrosis

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

cystic fibrosis

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

cystic fibrosis

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

clubbing

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

clubbing

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

clubbing

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

clubbing

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

clubbing

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

clubbing

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

clubbing

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

clubbing

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

clubbing

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

clubbing

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

clubbing

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

clubbing

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

clubbing

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

clubbing

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

clubbing

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

clubbing

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

clubbing

difficulty breathing while lying down

clubbing

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

clubbing

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

clubbing

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

clubbing

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

emphysema

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

emphysema

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

emphysema

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

emphysema

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

emphysema

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

emphysema

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

emphysema

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

emphysema

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

emphysema

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

emphysema

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

emphysema

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

emphysema

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

emphysema

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

emphysema

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

emphysema

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

emphysema

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

emphysema

difficulty breathing while lying down

emphysema

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

emphysema

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

emphysema

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

emphysema

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

aspiration pneumonia

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

aspiration pneumonia

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

aspiration pneumonia

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

aspiration pneumonia

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

aspiration pneumonia

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

aspiration pneumonia

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

aspiration pneumonia

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

aspiration pneumonia

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

aspiration pneumonia

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

aspiration pneumonia

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

aspiration pneumonia

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

aspiration pneumonia

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

aspiration pneumonia

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

aspiration pneumonia

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

aspiration pneumonia

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

aspiration pneumonia

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

aspiration pneumonia

difficulty breathing while lying down

aspiration pneumonia

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

aspiration pneumonia

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

aspiration pneumonia

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

aspiration pneumonia

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

esophageal stricture

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

esophageal stricture

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

esophageal stricture

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

esophageal stricture

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

esophageal stricture

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

esophageal stricture

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

esophageal stricture

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

esophageal stricture

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

esophageal stricture

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

esophageal stricture

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

esophageal stricture

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

esophageal stricture

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

esophageal stricture

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

esophageal stricture

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

esophageal stricture

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

esophageal stricture

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

esophageal stricture

difficulty breathing while lying down

esophageal stricture

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

esophageal stricture

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

esophageal stricture

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

esophageal stricture

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

secondary polycythemia

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

secondary polycythemia

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

secondary polycythemia

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

secondary polycythemia

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

secondary polycythemia

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

secondary polycythemia

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

secondary polycythemia

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

secondary polycythemia

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

secondary polycythemia

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

secondary polycythemia

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

secondary polycythemia

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

secondary polycythemia

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

secondary polycythemia

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

secondary polycythemia

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

secondary polycythemia

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

secondary polycythemia

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

secondary polycythemia

difficulty breathing while lying down

secondary polycythemia

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

secondary polycythemia

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

secondary polycythemia

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

secondary polycythemia

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

necrotizing enterocolitis

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

necrotizing enterocolitis

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

necrotizing enterocolitis

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

necrotizing enterocolitis

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

necrotizing enterocolitis

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

necrotizing enterocolitis

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

necrotizing enterocolitis

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

necrotizing enterocolitis

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

necrotizing enterocolitis

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

necrotizing enterocolitis

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

necrotizing enterocolitis

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

necrotizing enterocolitis

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

necrotizing enterocolitis

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

necrotizing enterocolitis

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

necrotizing enterocolitis

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

necrotizing enterocolitis

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

necrotizing enterocolitis

difficulty breathing while lying down

necrotizing enterocolitis

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

necrotizing enterocolitis

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

necrotizing enterocolitis

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

necrotizing enterocolitis

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

cor pulmonale

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

cor pulmonale

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

cor pulmonale

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

cor pulmonale

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

cor pulmonale

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

cor pulmonale

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

cor pulmonale

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

cor pulmonale

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

cor pulmonale

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

cor pulmonale

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

cor pulmonale

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

cor pulmonale

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

cor pulmonale

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

cor pulmonale

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

cor pulmonale

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

cor pulmonale

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

cor pulmonale

difficulty breathing while lying down

cor pulmonale

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

cor pulmonale

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

cor pulmonale

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

cor pulmonale

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

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Deck 21: Diseases of the Respiratory System

Which of the following techniques would be used to detect rales?

A)percussion
B)auscultation
C)spirometry
D)pulse oximetry

Smokers have a higher daily requirement than non-smokers for which vitamin?

A)A
B)C
C)E
D)K

Which antibody is most associated with asthma?

A)IgG
B)IgE
C)IgA
D)IgD

In the acid-base imbalance alkalosis, what happens to respiratory activity?

A)increases
B)stays the same
C)decreases
D)it is irrelevant

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In general, the energy needs of an infant with BPD are _____ higher than those of normal infants in order to support lung function and growth

A)50-55%
B)15-25%
C)30%
D)70%

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Which of the following would be included in an ABG evaluation?

A)FEV
B)O₂ saturation
C)FVC
D)minute ventilation

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Bronchopulmonary dysplasia is associated with which population?

A)premature infants
B)children
C)adolescents who were born prematurely
D)adults

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Your patient has asthma and her prescribed medication is Singulair What is the action of this medication?

A)bronchodilator
B)corticosteroid
C)inhaler
D)leukotriene antagonist

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Respiratory changes in _____ occur quickly in response to acid-base disturbances, and can help to restore balance by altering the blood pH

A)ABGs
B)FVC
C)FEV1
D)minute ventilation

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Which of the following terms refers to difficulty breathing?

A)dyspnea
B)dysphagia
C)emphysema
D)hypoxia

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During _____, the patient breathes into a tube attached to a machine which calculates the amount of air the lungs can hold

A)metabolic cart analysis
B)spirometry
C)pulse oximetry
D)percussion

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Which of the following is a proven intervention for asthma?

A)vitamins C and E
B)omega-3 FA
C)omega-6 FA
D)removing the trigger from the environment

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Gas exchange occurs in the _____ unit

A)bronchi
B)bronchioles
C)blood stream
D)alveolar-capillary

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In the acid-base imbalance acidosis, what happens to respiratory activity?

A)increases
B)stays the same
C)decreases
D)it is irrelevant

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Which of the following describes a progressive disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of the alveoli?

A)asthma
B)BPD
C)COPD
D)CF

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Which of the following is not a nutritional concern for a patient with BPD?

A)need for nutrition support
B)weaning off of the ventilator
C)reflux esophagitis
D)fatigue during feeding

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Which of the following is NOT a common, contributing factor in the growth failure of infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia?

A)development of fatigue during eating
B)impaired GI absorption
C)need for fluid restriction
D)increase in resting metabolic rate

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Although infants with BPD will have increased protein needs, intakes of greater than 4 g/kg/day should be avoided Why?

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When including recommendations in your practice for respiratory conditions, which of the following is a limitation?

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There is some evidence showing a positive relationship between dietary _____ and healthy lung function

A)macronutrients
B)B vitamins
C)antioxidants
D)minerals

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Increased production of abnormal RBC is also a late complication of COPD This is called secondary

A)polycythemia.
B)anemia.
C)cyanosis.
D)clubbing.

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The main goal of managing transplant patients is:

A)preventing rejection and its associated complications.
B)maintaining adequate serum protein levels.
C)severe immunosuppression.
D)providing new antibodies to the host.

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Which of the following is the most common cause of COPD?

A)smoking
B)inadequate vitamin C intake
C)inadequate antioxidant intake
D)air pollution

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Cystic fibrosis is

A)an autosomal recessive disorder.
B)an autosomal dominant disorder.
C)an X-linked recessive disorder.

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Your patient has chronic bronchitis You would expect to see all of the following signs except:

A)cyanosis.
B)cor pulmonale.
C)clubbing.
D)secondary polycythemia.

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A)99%
B)90.4%
C)104.5%
D)89.6%

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The syndrome of cardiac complications that occurs with COPD is called _____ and can lead to _____

A)cor pulmonale, heart failure
B)L ventricular failure, orthopnea
C)cardiomyopathy, L ventricular failure
D)orthopnea, cor pulmonale

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The defect seen in CF results in improper transport of:

A)glucose.
B)sodium.
C)chloride.
D)magnesium.

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The basic nutritional goals for a patient with COPD include:

A)consumption of high-fat diets.
B)limiting fluids.
C)maintaining IBW and LBM.
D)provision of enteral nutritional support.

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Overfeeding results in:

A)lipolysis.
B)gluconeogenesis.
C)increased CO₂ retention.
D)hyponatremia.

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All of the following are nutritional concerns for the CF patient except:

A)glomerulonephritis.
B)increased nutrient needs.
C)pancreatic insufficiency.
D)diabetes.

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A patient has dyspnea, orthopnea, and a barrel chest Which of the following conditions would most likely be suspected?

A)chronic bronchitis
B)emphysema
C)upper respiratory infection
D)pneumonia

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Cystic fibrosis is usually diagnosed by

A)a fecal fat test.
B)a sweat test.
C)genetic mapping.
D)urinalysis.

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A)9.6%
B)5.7%
C)10.6%
D)8.9%

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Which of the following recommendations would you make to your patient with CF?

A)high-protein, high-kcal, low-fat diet
B)take LCT oil between meals
C)take pancreatic enzymes with meals
D)restrict carbohydrate kcal if DM is present

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What type of enteral formula is preferred for ARDS patients?

A)high-protein
B)omega-3 enhanced
C)hydrolyzed
D)low-carbohydrate

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Anticholinergics

A)decrease swelling.
B)relax smooth muscle.
C)decrease airway contraction.

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If your patient has respiratory failure in the ICU and is on a mechanical ventilator, generally his or her nutritional needs are:

A)increased.
B)decreased but only slightly.
C)decreased dramatically.
D)the same as those of other patients.

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Which of the following patients is at highest risk for developing aspiration pneumonia?

A)patient with compromised pyloric sphincter
B)patient with dysphagia
C)someone on a jejunal tube feeding
D)someone who has low gastric residuals

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Beta agonists

A)decrease swelling.
B)relax smooth muscle.
C)decrease airway contraction.

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A)1512 kcalories
B)1276 kcalories
C)1150 kcalories
D)1654 kcalories

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A)47 g
B)52 g
C)70 g
D)99 g

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A)EN
B)PN
C)po supplement
D)LCT oil

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A)not underfeeding due to previous weight loss.
B)overfeeding causing excess CO₂ production.
C)providing >REE * 3.
D)decreased O₂ consumption.

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HD is a 21 yo M who has cystic fibrosis.His physician fears that HD's nutritional status is not optimal and has referred him and his family to you for nutrition counseling.The physician has provided you with HD's medical record, and it shows that he is lethargic, has been vomiting, and has been diagnosed with dehydration.In addition, a bone mineral density scan reveals osteopenia.He reports good appetite and increased intake but the physician believes that both the patient and his family have been non-compliant with nutrition-related recommendations and that HD is not growing as expected.He has been on corticosteroids since early childhood, has gone to chest physiotherapy, and has taken his vitamins "on and off."
Which of the following will be an optimal amount of vitamin A for HD?

A)200-400 IU/day
B)10,000 IU/day
C)400-800 IU/day
D)0.3-0.5 IU/day

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HD is a 21 yo M who has cystic fibrosis.His physician fears that HD's nutritional status is not optimal and has referred him and his family to you for nutrition counseling.The physician has provided you with HD's medical record, and it shows that he is lethargic, has been vomiting, and has been diagnosed with dehydration.In addition, a bone mineral density scan reveals osteopenia.He reports good appetite and increased intake but the physician believes that both the patient and his family have been non-compliant with nutrition-related recommendations and that HD is not growing as expected.He has been on corticosteroids since early childhood, has gone to chest physiotherapy, and has taken his vitamins "on and off."
The registered dietitian is creating a meal plan for HD that will also include effective ways to manage CFRD How much of the diet should come from fat?

A)20-30% of kcal
B)enough to provide essential fatty acids
C)35-45% of kcal
D)at least 60 grams/day of polyunsaturated fatty acids

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HD is a 21 yo M who has cystic fibrosis.His physician fears that HD's nutritional status is not optimal and has referred him and his family to you for nutrition counseling.The physician has provided you with HD's medical record, and it shows that he is lethargic, has been vomiting, and has been diagnosed with dehydration.In addition, a bone mineral density scan reveals osteopenia.He reports good appetite and increased intake but the physician believes that both the patient and his family have been non-compliant with nutrition-related recommendations and that HD is not growing as expected.He has been on corticosteroids since early childhood, has gone to chest physiotherapy, and has taken his vitamins "on and off."
Which of the following will the registered dietitian also recommend based on the above?

A)restricting carbohydrate intake
B)set meal planning
C)only incorporating omega-3 fatty acids for inflammation
D)pancreatic enzymes with each meal

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HD is a 21 yo M who has cystic fibrosis.His physician fears that HD's nutritional status is not optimal and has referred him and his family to you for nutrition counseling.The physician has provided you with HD's medical record, and it shows that he is lethargic, has been vomiting, and has been diagnosed with dehydration.In addition, a bone mineral density scan reveals osteopenia.He reports good appetite and increased intake but the physician believes that both the patient and his family have been non-compliant with nutrition-related recommendations and that HD is not growing as expected.He has been on corticosteroids since early childhood, has gone to chest physiotherapy, and has taken his vitamins "on and off."
Which of the following is not a likely cause of his osteopenia?

A)reduced enzyme function
B)lack of vitamin supplementation
C)long-term use of corticosteroids
D)decreased intake

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A)resting before meals.
B)small, frequent meals.
C)avoiding excess energy intake.
D)physical exercise to increase fat mass.

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HD is a 21 yo M who has cystic fibrosis.His physician fears that HD's nutritional status is not optimal and has referred him and his family to you for nutrition counseling.The physician has provided you with HD's medical record, and it shows that he is lethargic, has been vomiting, and has been diagnosed with dehydration.In addition, a bone mineral density scan reveals osteopenia.He reports good appetite and increased intake but the physician believes that both the patient and his family have been non-compliant with nutrition-related recommendations and that HD is not growing as expected.He has been on corticosteroids since early childhood, has gone to chest physiotherapy, and has taken his vitamins "on and off."
The registered dietitian suspects that HD's symptoms of lethargy, vomiting, and dehydration are a result of:

A)reduced absorption of minerals.
B)loss of sodium through the skin.
C)HD's climate.
D)increased intake of K.

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dyspnea

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

dyspnea

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

dyspnea

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

dyspnea

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

dyspnea

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

dyspnea

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

dyspnea

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

dyspnea

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

dyspnea

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

dyspnea

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

dyspnea

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

dyspnea

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

dyspnea

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

dyspnea

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

dyspnea

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

dyspnea

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

dyspnea

difficulty breathing while lying down

dyspnea

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

dyspnea

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

dyspnea

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

dyspnea

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

ARDS

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

ARDS

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

ARDS

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

ARDS

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

ARDS

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

ARDS

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

ARDS

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

ARDS

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

ARDS

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

ARDS

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

ARDS

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

ARDS

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

ARDS

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

ARDS

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

ARDS

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

ARDS

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

ARDS

difficulty breathing while lying down

ARDS

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

ARDS

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

ARDS

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

ARDS

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

URI

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

URI

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

URI

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

URI

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

URI

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

URI

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

URI

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

URI

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

URI

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

URI

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

URI

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

URI

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

URI

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

URI

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

URI

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

URI

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

URI

difficulty breathing while lying down

URI

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

URI

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

URI

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

URI

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

bronchial hyperreactivity

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

bronchial hyperreactivity

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

bronchial hyperreactivity

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

bronchial hyperreactivity

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

bronchial hyperreactivity

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

bronchial hyperreactivity

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

bronchial hyperreactivity

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

bronchial hyperreactivity

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

bronchial hyperreactivity

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

bronchial hyperreactivity

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

bronchial hyperreactivity

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

bronchial hyperreactivity

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

bronchial hyperreactivity

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

bronchial hyperreactivity

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

bronchial hyperreactivity

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

bronchial hyperreactivity

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

bronchial hyperreactivity

difficulty breathing while lying down

bronchial hyperreactivity

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

bronchial hyperreactivity

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

bronchial hyperreactivity

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

bronchial hyperreactivity

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

asthma

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

asthma

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

asthma

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

asthma

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

asthma

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

asthma

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

asthma

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

asthma

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

asthma

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

asthma

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

asthma

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

asthma

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

asthma

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

asthma

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

asthma

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

asthma

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

asthma

difficulty breathing while lying down

asthma

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

asthma

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

asthma

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

asthma

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

aerophagia

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

aerophagia

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

aerophagia

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

aerophagia

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

aerophagia

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

aerophagia

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

aerophagia

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

aerophagia

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

aerophagia

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

aerophagia

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

aerophagia

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

aerophagia

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

aerophagia

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

aerophagia

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

aerophagia

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

aerophagia

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

aerophagia

difficulty breathing while lying down

aerophagia

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

aerophagia

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

aerophagia

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

aerophagia

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

bronchitis

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

bronchitis

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

bronchitis

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

bronchitis

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

bronchitis

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

bronchitis

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

bronchitis

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

bronchitis

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

bronchitis

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

bronchitis

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

bronchitis

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

bronchitis

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

bronchitis

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

bronchitis

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

bronchitis

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

bronchitis

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

bronchitis

difficulty breathing while lying down

bronchitis

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

bronchitis

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

bronchitis

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

bronchitis

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

COPD

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

COPD

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

COPD

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

COPD

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

COPD

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

COPD

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

COPD

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

COPD

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

COPD

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

COPD

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

COPD

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

COPD

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

COPD

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

COPD

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

COPD

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

COPD

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

COPD

difficulty breathing while lying down

COPD

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

COPD

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

COPD

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

COPD

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

pneumonia

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

pneumonia

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

pneumonia

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

pneumonia

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

pneumonia

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

pneumonia

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

pneumonia

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

pneumonia

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

pneumonia

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

pneumonia

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

pneumonia

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

pneumonia

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

pneumonia

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

pneumonia

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

pneumonia

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

pneumonia

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

pneumonia

difficulty breathing while lying down

pneumonia

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

pneumonia

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

pneumonia

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

pneumonia

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

difficulty breathing while lying down

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

bronchopulmonary dysplasia

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

orthopnea

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

orthopnea

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

orthopnea

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

orthopnea

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

orthopnea

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

orthopnea

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

orthopnea

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

orthopnea

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

orthopnea

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

orthopnea

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

orthopnea

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

orthopnea

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

orthopnea

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

orthopnea

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

orthopnea

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

orthopnea

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

orthopnea

difficulty breathing while lying down

orthopnea

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

orthopnea

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

orthopnea

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

orthopnea

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

hypoxemia

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

hypoxemia

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

hypoxemia

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

hypoxemia

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

hypoxemia

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

hypoxemia

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

hypoxemia

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

hypoxemia

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

hypoxemia

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

hypoxemia

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

hypoxemia

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

hypoxemia

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

hypoxemia

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

hypoxemia

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

hypoxemia

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

hypoxemia

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

hypoxemia

difficulty breathing while lying down

hypoxemia

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

hypoxemia

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

hypoxemia

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

hypoxemia

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

cyanosis

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

cyanosis

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

cyanosis

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

cyanosis

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

cyanosis

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

cyanosis

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

cyanosis

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

cyanosis

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

cyanosis

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

cyanosis

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

cyanosis

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

cyanosis

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

cyanosis

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

cyanosis

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

cyanosis

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

cyanosis

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

cyanosis

difficulty breathing while lying down

cyanosis

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

cyanosis

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

cyanosis

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

cyanosis

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

cystic fibrosis

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

cystic fibrosis

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

cystic fibrosis

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

cystic fibrosis

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

cystic fibrosis

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

cystic fibrosis

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

cystic fibrosis

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

cystic fibrosis

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

cystic fibrosis

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

cystic fibrosis

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

cystic fibrosis

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

cystic fibrosis

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

cystic fibrosis

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

cystic fibrosis

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

cystic fibrosis

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

cystic fibrosis

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

cystic fibrosis

difficulty breathing while lying down

cystic fibrosis

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

cystic fibrosis

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

cystic fibrosis

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

cystic fibrosis

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

clubbing

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

clubbing

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

clubbing

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

clubbing

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

clubbing

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

clubbing

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

clubbing

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

clubbing

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

clubbing

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

clubbing

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

clubbing

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

clubbing

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

clubbing

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

clubbing

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

clubbing

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

clubbing

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

clubbing

difficulty breathing while lying down

clubbing

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

clubbing

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

clubbing

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

clubbing

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

emphysema

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

emphysema

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

emphysema

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

emphysema

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

emphysema

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

emphysema

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

emphysema

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

emphysema

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

emphysema

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

emphysema

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

emphysema

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

emphysema

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

emphysema

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

emphysema

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

emphysema

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

emphysema

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

emphysema

difficulty breathing while lying down

emphysema

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

emphysema

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

emphysema

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

emphysema

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

aspiration pneumonia

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

aspiration pneumonia

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

aspiration pneumonia

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

aspiration pneumonia

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

aspiration pneumonia

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

aspiration pneumonia

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

aspiration pneumonia

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

aspiration pneumonia

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

aspiration pneumonia

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

aspiration pneumonia

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

aspiration pneumonia

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

aspiration pneumonia

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

aspiration pneumonia

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

aspiration pneumonia

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

aspiration pneumonia

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

aspiration pneumonia

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

aspiration pneumonia

difficulty breathing while lying down

aspiration pneumonia

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

aspiration pneumonia

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

aspiration pneumonia

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

aspiration pneumonia

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

esophageal stricture

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

esophageal stricture

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

esophageal stricture

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

esophageal stricture

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

esophageal stricture

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

esophageal stricture

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

esophageal stricture

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

esophageal stricture

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

esophageal stricture

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

esophageal stricture

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

esophageal stricture

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

esophageal stricture

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

esophageal stricture

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

esophageal stricture

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

esophageal stricture

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

esophageal stricture

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

esophageal stricture

difficulty breathing while lying down

esophageal stricture

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

esophageal stricture

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

esophageal stricture

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

esophageal stricture

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

secondary polycythemia

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

secondary polycythemia

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

secondary polycythemia

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

secondary polycythemia

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

secondary polycythemia

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

secondary polycythemia

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

secondary polycythemia

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

secondary polycythemia

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

secondary polycythemia

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

secondary polycythemia

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

secondary polycythemia

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

secondary polycythemia

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

secondary polycythemia

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

secondary polycythemia

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

secondary polycythemia

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

secondary polycythemia

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

secondary polycythemia

difficulty breathing while lying down

secondary polycythemia

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

secondary polycythemia

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

secondary polycythemia

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

secondary polycythemia

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

necrotizing enterocolitis

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

necrotizing enterocolitis

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

necrotizing enterocolitis

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

necrotizing enterocolitis

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

necrotizing enterocolitis

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

necrotizing enterocolitis

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

necrotizing enterocolitis

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

necrotizing enterocolitis

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

necrotizing enterocolitis

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

necrotizing enterocolitis

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

necrotizing enterocolitis

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

necrotizing enterocolitis

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

necrotizing enterocolitis

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

necrotizing enterocolitis

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

necrotizing enterocolitis

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

necrotizing enterocolitis

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

necrotizing enterocolitis

difficulty breathing while lying down

necrotizing enterocolitis

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

necrotizing enterocolitis

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

necrotizing enterocolitis

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

necrotizing enterocolitis

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

cor pulmonale

the swallowing of too much air resulting in gas and bloating

cor pulmonale

respiratory failure resulting from an acute insult to the lungs that occurs when the respiratory system is no longer able to perform its normal functions

cor pulmonale

inhalation of materials into the airway below the level of the vocal cords that results in an inflammatory response in the lung

cor pulmonale

a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway involving many cells and cellular elements

cor pulmonale

tendency of the smooth muscle of the tracheobronchial tree to narrow in response to a stimulus

cor pulmonale

a condition characterized by inflammation and eventual scarring of the lining of the bronchial tubes

cor pulmonale

a chronic lung disorder that may affect infants who have been exposed to high levels of oxygen therapy and ventilator support

cor pulmonale

changes in fingers and toes due to hypoxemia

cor pulmonale

an increase in size of the right ventricle of the heart caused by resistance to the passage of blood through the lungs

cor pulmonale

blue-tinged mucous membranes and skin due to inadequate oxygen supply

cor pulmonale

disease characterized by abnormally thick mucus secretions from the epithelial surfaces of various organ systems

cor pulmonale

shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

cor pulmonale

a condition characterized by thinning and destruction of the alveoli

cor pulmonale

a significant narrowing of the esophagus that may significantly interfere with swallowing

cor pulmonale

condition in which there is an inadequate supply of oxygen in the blood

cor pulmonale

a condition that occurs primarily in premature infants or sick newborns, in which intestinal tissue dies

cor pulmonale

difficulty breathing while lying down

cor pulmonale

inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi

cor pulmonale

condition in which an excessive number of red blood cells are produced

cor pulmonale

a nonspecific term used to describe acute infections involving the nose, sinuses, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi

cor pulmonale

a disease that limits airflow through either inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes or destruction of alveoli

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