neb
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9.9
A machine that turns liquid medicine into a mist to breathe in
- noun
- /nɛb/
- Jargon
:
nebulizador
- During the treatment, the nurse carefully set up the neb to administer the medication.
Examples
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He set up the neb before giving his son the prescribed medication.
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The doctor prescribed a neb for her wheezing and shortness of breath.
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The doctor recommended using a neb to help manage her asthma symptoms.
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Many hospitals provide a neb for patients with severe breathing difficulties.
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The doctor prescribed a neb for her asthma.
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He uses a neb every morning.
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To help with his asthma, he uses a neb twice a day for inhalation therapy.
Synonyms
5
6.6
A device that makes a fine mist from liquid for breathing or spraying
is for liquid medicine aimed at treating respiratory conditions
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4.4
A device that makes medicine into a warm mist to breathe
is focused on liquid medicine delivery for respiratory treatment rather than general vapor
How Powerful
neb
1
9.9
- Jargon
1
9.9
inhaler
37
3.2
37
3.2
Surface Forms
Etymology
Neb is also short for 'nebulizer' and comes from the Latin root nebula meaning 'mist' or 'cloud'. So a neb turns medicine into a 'mist' you breathe in.