Hyperventilation

A pulmonary ventilation rate faster than is metabolically necessary for the exchange of gases. It is the result of an increased frequency of breathing, an increased tidal volume, or a combination of both. It causes an excess intake of oxygen and the blowing off of carbon dioxide.

Year introduced: 1964

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Tree Number(s): C08.618.501, C23.888.852.591

MeSH Unique ID: D006985

Entry Terms:

• Hyperventilations

See Also:

• Hypocapnia

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