Medical Terminology
Medical Root Words: Respiratory
Respiratory terminology is critical for assessing gas exchange, obstructive patterns, and diagnostic procedures.
Common Prefixes and Suffixes
- Dys-: difficult or painful
- -pnea: breathing
- -oxia: oxygen level
- -capnia: carbon dioxide level
Common Terms
- Hypoxia: insufficient oxygen reaching tissues
- Hypercapnia: excessive CO2 in the blood
- Orthopnea: difficulty breathing while supine
- Apnea: temporary cessation of breathing
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