Respiratory Therapy Blog
Why Do I Taste Blood When I Cough? (2025)
Explore the reasons behind the unsettling experience of tasting blood while coughing and understand the various treatments available.
Is Orange Juice Good for Pneumonia? (2025)
Explore whether orange juice can aid pneumonia recovery, focusing on its immune-boosting vitamin C and potential health benefits.
Respiratory System Crossword Puzzle (2025)
Engage with our Respiratory System Crossword Puzzle to test and expand your knowledge on human breathing anatomy and functions.
Mucus in Stool: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options (2025)
Explore the causes and treatment options for mucus in stool, a common symptom that can signal various digestive health issues.
Top 10 Early Warning Signs of Esophageal Cancer (2025)
Discover the early warning signs of esophageal cancer and learn why timely recognition of the symptoms can be life-saving.
Tracheal Disorders: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment (2025)
Explore tracheal disorders: symptoms, causes, treatments, and when to seek medical attention for conditions affecting the windpipe.
How to Perform a Modified Allen Test: Step-by-Step (2025)
Learn how to perform the modified Allen test to ensure arterial patency and bilateral circulation to the hand before medical procedures.
Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Calculator Tool (2025)
Use our accurate arterial blood gas (ABG) calculator tool to quickly analyze ABG results for learning, analysis, and interpretation.
Acid-Base Balance: Overview and Practice Questions (2025)
Explore the intricacies of acid-base balance, how the body maintains pH levels, and the importance of the respiratory and renal systems.
ABG Interpretation Made Easy: Arterial Blood Gases (2025)
Master ABG interpretation with this comprehensive guide, from understanding the normal values to diagnosing arterial blood gas imbalances.
Airway Suctioning: Overview and Practice Questions (2025)
Explore airway suctioning, an essential technique for secretion removal, enhancing oxygenation, and ensuring clear passages for breathing.
13+ Tips to Prepare for (and Pass) the TMC Exam (2025)
Learn the best strategies to prepare for (and pass) the TMC Exam to earn the registered respiratory therapist (RRT) credential.
PFT Equipment: Pulmonary Function Testing Machines (2025)
PFT equipment guide: Explore the key tools used in pulmonary function testing, from spirometers to plethysmographs, and their roles.
Diffusing Capacity of the Lungs for Carbon Monoxide (DLCO)
Explore DLCO: a key test measuring lung’s ability to transfer gas from air to blood, essential for diagnosing respiratory disorders.
Spirometry: Overview and Practice Questions (2025)
Explore spirometry, an essential pulmonary function test (PFT) for diagnosing and monitoring obstructive and restrictive lung diseases.
Pulmonary Function Testing: Overview and Practice Questions
Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) is a set of noninvasive tests that examine and identify the severity of pulmonary impairment.
Top 10 Early Warning Signs of Heart Failure (2025)
Discover the early warning signs of heart failure, including fatigue and swelling, to recognize and manage this condition early.
Top 10 Early Warning Signs of a Stroke You Must Know (2025)
Explore the crucial early warning signs of a stroke to recognize sudden symptoms, act fast, and potentially save lives.
Fenestrated vs. Non-Fenestrated Tracheostomy Tube (2025)
Explore the differences between fenestrated and non-fenestrated tracheostomy tubes, their uses, benefits, and potential complications.
Tracheostomy Tubes: Types, Indications, and Risks (2025)
Guide to tracheostomy tubes: exploring the procedure, types, indications, risks, and essential care considerations.