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Respiratory Symbols

Copy common respiratory gases, observations, investigations, and shorthand snippets.

A compact set for oxygen, carbon dioxide, respiratory rate, breathlessness, and common investigation notes.

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O₂CO₂SpO₂PaO₂PaCO₂RRSOBO₂ ↓

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Gases and observations

Oxygen, carbon dioxide, saturation, and respiratory rate notation.

Symptoms and investigations

Common respiratory note abbreviations.

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Do these work in Microsoft Word?

Yes. Paste them into Word like ordinary text. Their exact appearance can vary slightly with the selected font.

What is the difference between similar symbols?

The groups on this page explain the practical differences between the respiratory symbols shown here, including which forms fit common notes and equations.