Anapnometer

/ænæpˈnɒmɪtər/ noun

Definition

A medical instrument that measures the extent or duration of respiratory pauses and abnormalities in breathing patterns.

Etymology

From anapnea and '-meter' (to measure). Developed in the 20th century alongside other respiratory monitoring devices.

Kelly Says

An anapnometer quantifies what you can't feel—it measures those sneaky breathing pauses that can happen hundreds of times per night, putting dangerous strain on your heart.

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