Master neonatal and pediatric care with essential tips for the respiratory board exam, including normal values, Apgar scoring, and more.
John Landry, BS, RRT
John Landry is a registered respiratory therapist from Memphis, TN, and has a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology. He enjoys using evidence-based research to help others breathe easier, live healthier, and improve their overall quality of life.
Patient Assessment Tips for the Respiratory Board Exam
Master patient assessment for the respiratory board exam with essential tips on vital signs, breath sounds, breathing patterns, and more.
Airway Management Tips for the Respiratory Board Exam (2026)
Learn airway management tips for the respiratory therapy board exam, including intubation, airway devices, tracheostomy care, and more.
Pathology Tips for the Respiratory Therapy Board Exam (2026)
Learn key pathology concepts for the respiratory therapy board exam, including disease recognition, lung disorders, and treatment strategies.
Mechanical Ventilation Tips for the Respiratory Board Exam
Learn key mechanical ventilation tips, concepts, and strategies to prepare for and pass the respiratory therapy board exam.
Pharmacology Tips for the Respiratory Therapy Board Exam
Learn key pharmacology tips for the respiratory therapy board exam, including drug classes, delivery devices, and treatment strategies.
Free TMC Practice Questions and Explanations (2026)
Practice with free TMC exam questions and detailed explanations to strengthen your knowledge and boost confidence before test day.
TMC Exam Tips: How to Pass On Your First Attempt (2026)
Learn how to pass the TMC Exam with proven study tips, practice strategies, and test-taking advice for respiratory therapy students.
Atelectasis Tips for the Respiratory Therapy Board Exam
Master atelectasis for the respiratory therapy board exam with high-yield tips, causes, imaging clues, and treatment strategies.
Failed the NBRC Exam? Tips to Pass on Your Next Attempt
Failed the NBRC exam? Discover practical tips and study strategies to improve your preparation and pass the respiratory therapy board exam.
Is Inhaling Burnt Plastic Bad for Your Lungs? (2026)
Explore the health risks of inhaling burnt plastic fumes, which release toxic chemicals that can lead to short and long-term lung issues.
Does Bronchiectasis Cause Bad Breath? (2026)
Learn whether bronchiectasis can cause bad breath, why it happens, and what you can do to manage symptoms and improve respiratory health.
How Serious Is Being Put on a Ventilator? (2026)
Learn how serious it is to be placed on a ventilator, including survival chances, risks, and what families should expect.
How to Get Fluid Out of the Lungs: Causes and Treatment
Learn the causes, treatments, and recovery tips for safely removing fluid from the lungs and restoring healthy breathing.
Bronchiectasis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment (2026)
Learn about bronchiectasis, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and why it matters in respiratory care and clinical practice.
What Does a COPD Cough Sound Like? (2026)
Learn what a COPD cough sounds like, including common symptoms, causes, and when to seek medical care for a persistent cough.
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS): An Overview
Learn what ARDS is, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment, and why it’s important in respiratory care and critical care medicine.
Pulmonary Edema: Causes and Clinical Management (2026)
Learn what pulmonary edema is, its causes, symptoms, and treatments, and why it’s important for respiratory therapists in clinical care.
Chronic Bronchitis in Respiratory Care: A Clinical Overview
Learn what chronic bronchitis is, its causes, symptoms, pathophysiology, and its role in respiratory care and management.
Emphysema in Respiratory Care: A Clinical Overview (2026)
Learn what emphysema is, its causes, symptoms, pathophysiology, and why it matters in respiratory care and clinical practice.