1. Plural of capnometer; instruments that measure the concentration of carbon dioxide in exhaled breath, commonly used in medical settings to monitor patient respiration.
Usage: medical/clinical term; typically used in anesthesia, intensive care, and emergency medicine

Examples

• The operating room was equipped with several capnometers to track the patient's carbon dioxide levels during surgery.
• Capnometers provide real-time feedback on ventilation effectiveness in critically ill patients.
• The anesthesiologist checked the capnometers to ensure proper endotracheal tube placement.
• Modern capnometers display both numerical values and waveform graphics for comprehensive respiratory monitoring.
• Emergency medical technicians use portable capnometers to assess breathing in trauma victims.