General
wheezer
What does wheezer mean?
Casual slang for a patient with audible wheeze, typically asthma or COPD.
"Another wheezer for a neb in bay four."
Origin
From the wheezing sound of obstructed breathing.
Frequently asked questions
What is a 'wheezer' in a hospital?
It is casual slang for a patient with an audible wheeze, typically from asthma or COPD.
Where does the term come from?
It comes from the wheezing sound made by obstructed or narrowed airways.
What is a 'neb' for a wheezer?
A neb is a nebulizer treatment, delivering inhaled medication to open the airways of a wheezing patient.
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