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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.
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.
COPD in Respiratory Care: A Clinical Overview (2026)
Learn what COPD is and how it impacts respiratory care, including diagnosis, management, types, symptoms, treatment, and exacerbations.
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) in Respiratory Care (2026)
Learn what congestive heart failure is, how it causes pulmonary edema, and why it matters in respiratory care practice.
Shock: Types, Causes, and Respiratory Impact (2026)
Learn what shock is, its types, pathophysiology, and why it matters in respiratory care and critical care management.
27+ FAQs for the Clinical Simulation Exam (CSE) (2026)
Explore the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the Clinical Simulation Exam (CSE) for aspiring respiratory therapists.
TMC Exam Prep: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (2026)
Discover the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions from students concerning the TMC Exam.Â
Why Do I Have Mucus Stuck in My Throat All the Time? (2026)
Learn the common causes of constant throat mucus—postnasal drip, allergies, reflux—and proven tips to clear it for good.
Can Mucus Cause Hearing Loss? (2026)
Can mucus cause hearing loss? Learn how congestion and fluid buildup affect the ears and when to seek medical care for symptoms.
The Best On Cloud Shoes for Nurses (2026)
Discover the best On Cloud shoes for nurses and medical professionals, providing comfort, support, and style for long hours on your feet.
Myocardial Infarction: Overview and Practice Questions
Explore the risk factors, symptoms, and treatments of a myocardial infarction (MI) and understand the urgency of heart attack care.
The Best Drinks to Remove Mucus From the Body (2026)
Explore the best drinks to remove mucus from the body, including water, herbal teas, and broths, and learn how they aid respiratory health.
Laryngopharyngeal Reflux: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Learn what laryngopharyngeal reflux is, its symptoms, causes, and how to manage silent reflux affecting the throat and voice.
Flow Rate in Respiratory Care and Clinical Applications
Learn what flow rate is in respiratory care and how it impacts ventilation, oxygen therapy, aerosol delivery, and patient outcomes.