Inspiratory (Adjective)
Meaning
Pertaining to the drawing in phase of respiration.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The inspiratory muscles of the diaphragm and intercostals are essential for normal breathing.
- During inspiratory phase, the diaphragm descends and the rib cage expands outward.
- Inspiratory resistance can be caused by various respiratory diseases such as asthma and COPD.
- The inspiratory reserve volume is the additional air that can be inhaled after a normal inhalation.
- The inspiratory phase of the respiratory cycle is typically shorter than the expiratory phase.