When the respiratory system is working properly, the air we breathe passes in and out of the lungs through a network of airways. But for people with asthma, even a minor irritant will set off an ...

Measurement of respiratory rate is a vital sign. Nurses need to understand the anatomy and physiology of normal breathing to measure respiratory rate and interpret findings. The second in our ...

Respiratory therapists are an essential part of the medical team. They work in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings, providing respiratory therapy to help people with respiratory problems ...

Respiratory depression refers to a slow, shallow breathing rate. Doctors may call it “hypoventilation”. Symptoms may include shortness of breath, frequent yawns, and an increased heart rate. The brain ...

This second article in our series on the effects of ageing explores the major anatomical and physiological changes that occur within the respiratory system Subscribe today to access over 6,000 ...