expiratory
expiratory
Definition
ex·pira·tory (ek spī′rə tôr′ē, -spī′ər ə-; ik-)
adjective
of expiration; relating to breathing out air from the lungs
expiratory
Usage Examples
Modifies a noun
- valve: Depending on the position of the control lever at the Humphrey block, gases either pass through the expiratory valve or the ventilator port.
- volume: The main outcome measure was the forced expiratory volume in 1 second ( FEV1 ).
- flow: The mean morning peak expiratory flow was similar for the two groups.
- rate: The Mini Wright Peak Flow Meter measures the maximum expiratory flow rate during a forced expiration.
- pressure: Suggest that your maximum inspiratory pressure ( MIP ) and maximum expiratory pressure ( MEP ) be tested both sitting and lying down.
- phase: A reservoir tube ( at least a meter in length ) allows oxygen to accumulate during the expiratory phase.
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