Respiratory Therapy Blog
What Happened to Breathometer? (2025)
Learn what happened to Breathometer, the startup known for its innovative breathalyzer, and its journey from Shark Tank to shutdown.
The Best Way to Determine the Depth of Respiration (2025)
Discover the best way to determine the depth of respiration, ensuring accurate insights into breathing efficiency for optimal patient care.
Vital Signs: Overview and Practice Questions (2025)
Learn about vital signs and their role in patient assessment and management, including heart rate, temperature, blood pressure, and more.
Lymph vs. Interstitial Fluid: An Overview (2025)
Explore the roles of lymph and interstitial fluid in the body, their formation, composition, and importance in health and disease.
Interstitial Fluid vs. Extracellular Fluid: Overview (2025)
Uncover the distinct roles of interstitial and extracellular fluids in the body, their composition, and impact on health and disease.
11 Natural Ways to Reverse Pulmonary Hypertension (2025)
Discover effective natural methods to help reverse pulmonary hypertension, including diet, stress management, and lifestyle changes.
Respiratory Care in Alternative Settings: An Overview (2025)
Explore the benefits and challenges of respiratory care in alternative settings like subacute facilities and the patient’s home.
History of Respiratory Care: Overview and Practice Questions
Explore the history of respiratory care, from early practices to modern interventions, understanding its pivotal role in healthcare.
Which of the Following is Not Transferred by Alveoli? (2025)
Discover what is not transferred by alveoli in the lungs, including nutrients and other elements that fall outside their gas exchange role.
Infant Respiratory Disorders: Types and Practice Questions
Learn about the common types of infant respiratory disorders, their causes, and treatment options to ensure proper care for newborns.
Simple Face Mask and Oxygen Therapy: An Overview (2025)
Explore the role of the simple face mask in oxygen therapy, providing 35-50% FiO2 for patients needing moderate respiratory support.
Oxygen Flow Rate and Fraction of Inspired Oxygen (FiO2)
Understand the basics of oxygen flow rate and FiO2, how they impact patient care, and the principles of oxygen therapy.
Top 10 Foods That Fight Inflammation in the Lungs (2025)
Discover the best anti-inflammatory foods that help reduce lung inflammation and improve respiratory health naturally.
Why Does My Liver Hurt When I Breathe? (2025)
Learn why liver pain may occur when breathing, from liver inflammation to gallbladder issues, and when to seek medical attention.
What Causes Pelvic Pain When Coughing? (2025)
Discover the common causes of pelvic pain when coughing, from muscle strain to underlying medical conditions like hernias or infections.
What Distinguishes Cellular from Pulmonary Respiration?
Distinguishing cellular from pulmonary respiration: Learn the differences between energy production in cells and lung-based gas exchange.
What are the Accessory Muscles of Breathing? (2025)
Explore the role of the accessory muscles of respiration, crucial for breathing support during physical exertion and medical conditions.
Respiratory Failure: Overview and Practice Questions (2025)
Explore the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of respiratory failure, a condition where the lungs cannot maintain adequate gas exchange.
Alveolar Ventilation: Overview and Practice Questions (2025)
Learn about alveolar ventilation, the process that ensures efficient gas exchange in the lungs, and its role in respiratory health.
What Holds the Lungs to the Thorax Wall? (2025)
Learn how pleural membranes, pleural fluid, and negative pressure work together to hold the lungs securely to the thorax wall.