Oxygen
Letter: o
Pulmonary disease marked by pathophysiologic changes that limit expiratory flow at relatively low flowrates (e.g., asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, cystic fibrosis).
A structure that blocks an opening either in the body or an instrument.
Tube becomes clogged and no longer functions properly.
OSHA is a government agency tasked with maintaining a safe and healthy work environment with the authority for enforcement.
A strong tooth-like process projecting upward from the body of the axis, or epistropheus, around which the atlas rotates. Syn: odontoid process, dens 2 TA.
Suctioning of the endotracheal or trachestomy tube while disconnecting the ventilator; lose oxygen saturation and spread bacteria.
Established in 1983, the Oley Foundation for Home Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition conducts research and education to provide a support network for those sustained on home nutrition support therapies. Great resource for reps, healthcare, patients; www.oley.org.
Underuse of analgesics in the face of valid indications. The failure to recognize or properly treat pain.
A doctor qualified in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.