Definitions
The Process of breathing air into the lungs is when the diaphrarm contracts and the chest expands
Inspiration
A type of COPD that damages the alveoli in the lungs
emphysema
Characterized by fever, dyspnea, general malaise, productive cough w/ yellow sputum, etc.
What is pneumonia
The process of breathing air out of the lungs
Expiration
A contagious viral infection that affects the Respritory system
Flu
Characterized by bronchconstriction and increased mucous production, resulting in oxygenation issues and hypercapnia.
What is chronic bronchitis (COPD)
Organism or agent that such as bacteria or viruses is cause disease in the host
pathogens
A condition where the airways become inflamed narrow
Asthma
Characterized by persistent cough, hemoptysis (early); may present with anorexia, fatigue and diaphragmatic weakness later.
What is lung cancer
Inflammation of the bronchial tubes that carry air to the lungs
bronchitis
Disease process that causes inflammation, increased secretions and smooth muscle spasm within the lungs.
What is Asthma
A disorder where breathing repeatedly stops during sleeping
sleep apnea
Usually symptom free in early stages, but eventually presents with fatigue, malaise, weight loss, night sweats and persistent cough w/ frothy white sputum.
What is tuberculosis