Respiratory Medicine Terminology

noun a medical doctor who specializes in the care of critically ill patients, typically in an intensive care unit

• The intensivist carefully monitored the patient's condition in the ICU.
• The intensivist kept a close eye on the patient in the ICU.
• The intensivist was on top of things in the ICU.
• The intensivist was like a guardian angel watching over the patient in the ICU.

noun a type of therapy that delivers medication in the form of a fine mist or aerosol for inhalation

• Aerosol therapy is commonly used in the treatment of respiratory diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
• My doctor prescribed aerosol therapy to help with my breathing issues.
• I gotta do my aerosol therapy before bed to clear out my lungs.
• Aerosol therapy is like a breath of fresh air for my lungs.