Respiratory Therapy Blog
Pressure-Controlled Ventilation: Mode of Ventilation (2025)
Discover how pressure-controlled ventilation works, its benefits, and when it’s used to protect patients from high airway pressures.
Volume-Controlled Ventilation: Mode of Ventilation (2025)
Learn how volume-controlled ventilation works, when it’s used, and why it’s essential in critical care and surgical settings.
Cardiovascular Life Support: Overview and Practice Questions
Explore the types and importance of Cardiovascular Life Support, from Basic Life Support to advanced protocols, for optimal patient care.
Narcan (Naloxone): Overview and Practice Questions (2025)
Learn how Narcan (Naloxone) reverses opioid overdoses, restores breathing, and plays a vital role in respiratory care and patient survival.
How Long Does it Take to Drain Fluid From the Lungs? (2025)
Learn how long it takes to drain fluid from the lungs, including procedure times, recovery, and factors that affect the timeline.
Defibrillation: Overview and Practice Questions (2025)
Defibrillation is a life-saving procedure that restores normal heart rhythm during cardiac arrest and is vital in respiratory care.
Larynx: Overview and Practice Questions (2025)
Discover what the larynx is, how it functions, and why it plays a vital role in respiratory therapy and airway management.
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS): An Overview
Explore acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS): Causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments for this life-threatening lung condition.
101+ Tips for Healthy Lungs and Easier Breathing (2025)
Discover practical tips for healthy lungs to boost breathing, prevent respiratory issues, and improve overall lung function.
How Long Should You Use a Spirometer After Surgery? (2025)
Learn how long to use an incentive spirometer after surgery to aid recovery, prevent complications, and improve lung function.
CPAP Belly Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment (2025)
Discover the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for CPAP belly syndrome to relieve bloating and discomfort from CPAP therapy.
Is Shortness of Breath from the Heart or Lungs? (2025)
Learn how to tell if shortness of breath is caused by heart or lung issues, including key symptoms and when to seek medical help.
Why Do I Have Mucus Stuck in My Throat All the Time? (2025)
Learn the common causes of constant throat mucus—postnasal drip, allergies, reflux—and proven tips to clear it for good.
Tension Pneumothorax: Overview and Practice Questions (2025)
Learn what a tension pneumothorax is, its symptoms, causes, and why immediate treatment is critical to save a patient’s life.
How Serious is a Fungal Infection in the Lungs? (2025)
Learn how serious a fungal lung infection can be, its symptoms, risks, and why early treatment is crucial for recovery.
How to Get Rid of Bronchitis Fast: Home Remedies and More
Learn effective tips and remedies to relieve bronchitis symptoms fast and speed up your recovery naturally and safely.
How Long for Your Ribs to Heal After Lung Surgery? (2025)
Discover how long it takes for your ribs to heal after lung surgery and what to expect during the recovery process.
Respiratory Formulas, Calculations, and Equations (2025)
Explore a comprehensive list of respiratory therapy formulas and calculations to improve clinical accuracy and decision-making.
Can Pulmonary Edema Cause Sudden Death? (2025)
Can pulmonary edema cause sudden death? Learn the risks, causes, and how this condition can become life-threatening in minutes.
How Long Are You Contagious With Human Metapneumovirus?
Learn how long human metapneumovirus is contagious, how it spreads, and ways to prevent transmission and protect others.