Respiratory

/ˈrɛspɪrətɔri/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to or affecting respiration or the organs of respiration.

The respiratory system is essential for oxygen exchange in the body.

Characterized by or involving respiration.

Respiratory diseases such as asthma can significantly impact a person's quality of life.

Pertaining to the act of breathing.

During exercise, the respiratory rate increases to supply more oxygen to the muscles.

Related to the processes of inhalation and exhalation.

The doctor conducted tests to evaluate the patient's respiratory function.

Concerning the physiological functions of respiration.

The respiratory distress caused by the illness required immediate medical attention.

Derived from the Latin 'respirare' meaning 'to breathe again'.

respiratory rate

The number of breaths taken per minute.

respiratory failure

A medical condition where the respiratory system fails to maintain adequate gas exchange.

respiratory therapy

Treatment that helps improve breathing and assist those with respiratory conditions.

breath

The air taken into or expelled from the lungs.

oxygen

A chemical element essential for respiration.

carbon dioxide

A gas produced by respiration and combustion.

Respiratory issues that are commonly referenced.

The cold season brings a lot of respiratory issues.

Short for respiratory therapy.

He had to go to RT for his breathing exercises.