Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by orthopnea, or difficulty breathing when lying down.

“The patient’s orthopneic symptoms were a concern for the medical team.”

2. adjective

relating to the treatment or care of patients with orthopnea, or difficulty breathing when lying down.

“The orthopneic unit in the hospital specializes in treating patients with respiratory issues.”

3. noun

a condition characterized by difficulty breathing when lying down, often associated with heart failure or other respiratory conditions.

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with orthopneic syndrome, a condition that required close monitoring.”