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Respiratory Therapy Glossary

100 terms total — 1 showing — Last updated 15 Sep 2026

extubation

Intermediate Technical IVT

The planned removal of an endotracheal tube from a patient who has been mechanically ventilated.

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maximum inspiratory pressure

Advanced Technical IVT

Test measuring the strongest negative pressure a patient can generate during maximum inspiratory effort, assessing respi...

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