| umls-concept:C0184633 | skos:definition | MSH: Inhalation of oxygen aimed at restoring toward normal any pathophysiologic alterations of gas exchange in the cardiopulmonary system, as by the use of a respirator, nasal catheter, tent, chamber, or mask. (From Dorland, 27th ed & Stedman, 25th ed),CSP: inhalation of oxygen aimed at normalizing any pathophysiologic alterations of gas exchange in the cardiopulmonary system.,MEDLINEPLUS: <p>Your body needs oxygen to get or make energy from the food you eat. Your lungs deliver oxygen to your blood. If your lungs can't get enough oxygen to your blood, you can feel short of breath and very uncomfortable. Oxygen therapy can help.</p><p>The oxygen comes through nasal prongs, a mask, or a breathing tube. If you have <a href='http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/copdchronicobstructivepulmonarydisease.html'> chronic obstructive pulmonary disease</a> or other types of <a href='http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/lungdiseases.html'>lung diseases</a>, you may have a portable oxygen tank or a machine in your home.</p><p>A | lld:umls |
