hyperpnea

(noun)

deep and rapid respiration that occurs normally after exercise or abnormally with fever or various disorders

Related Terms

Examples of hyperpnea in the following topics:

  • Types of Breathing

    • Types of breathing in humans include eupnea, hyperpnea, diaphragmatic, and costal breathing; each requires slightly different processes.
    • 4) Hyperpnea: a mode of breathing that can occur during exercise or actions that require the active manipulation of breathing, such as singing.
    • During hyperpnea, also known as forced breathing, inspiration and expiration both occur due to muscle contractions.