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Medullary inspiratory neuron — A medullary inspiratory neuron is a neuron in the inspiratory centre of the medulla of the brain. Inputs to this neuron come from the peripheral chemoreceptors, carotid body, aortic body, and central chemoreceptors. It regulates breathing.… … Wikipedia
apneusis — An abnormal respiratory pattern consisting of a pause at full inspiration; a prolonged inspiratory cramp caused by a lesion at the mid or caudal pontine level of the brainstem. [G. a priv. + pneusis, a breathing, fr. pneo, to breathe] … Medical dictionary
Chemosensor — A chemosensor, also known as chemoreceptor, is a sensory receptor that transduces a chemical signal into an action potential. Or, more generally, a chemosensor detects certain chemical stimuli in the environment. Classes There are two main… … Wikipedia
apneusis — n. a state in which prolonged inhalation occurs. It occurs when the appropriate inhibitory influences are prevented from reaching the inspiratory centre of the brain … The new mediacal dictionary
respiration, human — ▪ physiology Introduction the process by which oxygen is taken up and carbon dioxide discharged. The design of the respiratory system The human gas exchanging organ, the lung, is located in the thorax, where its delicate tissues are… … Universalium
Harmonica — For other uses, see Harmonika (disambiguation). Harmonica A 16 hole chromatic (top) and 10 hole diatonic harmonica Other instrument Classification Wind Free … Wikipedia
Pertussis — Classification and external resources A young boy coughing due to pertussis. ICD 10 A37 … Wikipedia
Apneustic center — The apneustic center of the lower pons appears to promote inspiration by stimulation of the I neurons in the medulla oblongata providing a constant stimulus.The apneustic centre of pons sends signals to the dorsal respiratory centre in the… … Wikipedia
death — /deth/, n. 1. the act of dying; the end of life; the total and permanent cessation of all the vital functions of an organism. Cf. brain death. 2. an instance of this: a death in the family; letters published after his death. 3. the state of being … Universalium
Oxygen toxicity — Classification and external resources In 1942–43 the UK Government carried out extensive testing for oxygen toxicity in divers. The chamber is pressurised with air to 3.7 … Wikipedia
Respiratory examination — In medicine, the respiratory examination is performed as part of a physical examination, or when a patient presents with a respiratory problem (dyspnea (shortness of breath), cough, chest pain) or a history that suggests a pathology of the lungs … Wikipedia
