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1. Tachypnea.

Author

Vohr, Hans-Werner

Subjects
*DEFINITIONS, *RESPIRATION, *RESPIRATORY quotient, *PHYSIOLOGY, *VITAL signs
Abstract

This entry provides the definition of the term "Tachypnea." The term refers to the increased number of breaths per minute.

Published
2005

2. PEF.

Author

Vohr, Hans-Werner

Subjects
*ACRONYMS, *TERMS & phrases, *RESPIRATION, *PHYSIOLOGY, *AIR
Abstract

The article presents the meaning of the acronym PEF. PEF is also known as peak expiratory flow. It refers to the measurement of the rate of exhalation of air.

Published
2005

3. FEV1.

Author

Vohr, Hans-Werner

Subjects
*RESPIRATION, *PHYSIOLOGY, *ASTHMA, *CARBON dioxide in the body, *BRONCHIAL diseases
Abstract

A definition for FEV1 is presented. It refers to the forced expiratory volume in the first second of exhalation. It is linked with asthma.

Published
2005

4. Respiration Rate.

Subjects
*RESPIRATORY measurements, *RESPIRATION, *OXYGEN, *VITAL signs, *PHYSIOLOGY
Abstract

An encyclopedia entry for respiration rate is presented. Respiration rate is defined as the amount of oxygen consumption by a tissue or organ per unit time. It is also known as O2 consumption rate or O2 uptake rate.

Published
2001

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