What Is an Arterial Blood Gas (ABG)? | COPD.net..."Hi, I’m John from respiratory. I have to draw some of your blood.”... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Fight the Flu: Important Flu Facts for People With COPD...The flu virus attacks your already compromised respiratory system and can lead to serious complications.... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
I am a Journal Pusher...I learned to journal in the very early days of my diagnosis while attending respiratory rehab.... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
9 Early Warning Signs And Symptoms...Respiratory viruses are very common COPD triggers. They could be the cause of changes occurring inside your chest.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
N-acetylcysteine (NAC) for COPD...NAC has shown potential as a helpful add-on to other therapies for treating COPD. NAC is a supplement with multiple uses in medicine.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Who Is at Risk for COPD?...Also, take action to prevent respiratory infections like colds and flu.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Days with COPD: The Good, The Bad, and The Recovery...Because people affected by COPD are more susceptible to respiratory infections, flu, and colds, you’ve probably needed a few recovery days before.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Spring Has Sprung...The news and weather reporters are already putting out allergy and even respiratory alerts.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
How to Talk With Your Doctor About COPD...You need to understand what's going on with your respiratory health status in order to grasp why the doctor is prescribing certain treatments or ordering... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Oxygen Use in TV and Movies...An iron lung is a medical respirator that helps a person breathe.... By Jackie English2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Do This, Don't Do That...This can be a therapist, a Better Breather’s Club meeting, or another support group. Maybe you will find a support group online.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Russell Winwood...I have found a way of living well with COPD, and have spent most of my days sharing my experiences with patients and respiratory professionals.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Understanding COPD Trends...Quitting smoking can help slow your decline in lung function, help the medications you take work more effectively, and ease some of the respiratory symptoms... By American Lung Association3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How Healthy is the Air You Breathe?...It's important to be aware of how the quality of the air you breathe may affect your overall respiratory health.... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Are Bubblers? ...The American Association for Respiratory Care has created guidelines on the use of nasal cannulas and bubbler humidifiers.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments47 comments
Having Hope With COPD...I had just returned from 5 days of testing, respiratory therapy, occupational therapy, and classes at National Jewish in Denver, CO, where I was diagnosed... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Anxiety Quicksand...The moment my physical therapist came to meet me, I broke down in tears.... By Jeff Collings2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Understanding Mucus in Your Lungs...Talk to people you trust, including a therapist, about how COPD affects you. Support groups and online resources also can be helpful.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments21 comments
Finding My Way Back...It has been seven years since my respiratory failure and two-month hospital stay. I was discussing that time in my life with a friend the other day.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Latest in COPD Research...They were first evaluated in a study published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine in 2018.... By KevinDavitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments