Spirometry		triggers mast cell activation
Edema		rapid respiratory rate
Retraction		breathing test
Respiratory Failure		incomplete emptying of air from the lungs during expiration
Hypoxemia		whistling sound heard during lung auscultation
PEF		results from rapid breathing rate and increased blow off carbon dioxide
Allergen		obstructs and narrows airway
Mucus Plug		sympathomimetic bronchodilator
Airtrapping		tests amount of air that is blown out as quickly as possible
Histamine		caused by increased vascular permeability
Albuterol		untreated status asthmaticus
Bronchoconstriction		substance released in response to mast cell activation
Tachypnea		oxygen saturation below 95%
Wheeze		anticholinergic agent
Atrovent		increased smooth muscle contraction
Hypocapnia		increased work of breathing