An acute respiratory infection of the lung tissues and alveolar spaces, characterized by a collection of fluid within the lungs; caused by a variety of pathogens, including bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and viruses. Nosocomial pneumonia is acquired in the healthcare setting. Ventilator-associated pneumonia is a subset of nosocomial or healthcare associated pneumonia (HAI).
Letter: p
Collapse of the lung.
Resistance to breakthrough under continuous contact of the material by the test chemical; movement of chemical through protective clothing material on a molecular level.
Equipment and apparel worn to protect skin and mucosal tissues from harm. In healthcare, the directions on when, what, and where are specified in the CDC Isolation and Precautions Guideline, WHO Isolation Guidelines, Infection Specific Guidelines, and Country Specific Guidelines.
Persistent Fetal Circulation
Particle Filtration Efficiency
Mixed venous Oxygen Tension
Pulmonary Function Test or Testing
Prostaglandin
The measure of hydroxyl (OH-) or hydrogen (H+) ions in a solution. Acids contain varying levels of hydrogen ions, bases contain hydroxyl ions. A pH of 7 is neutral, but for cleaning purposes, a pH of 5-9 is considered to be in the neutral range. Below 5 is acidic and greater than 9 is alkaline.