To explore the potential use of the CRB-65 rule (based on Confusion, Respiratory rate, Blood pressure and age >65 years) in adults with lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI) in primary care.
Higher sleep apnea specific hypoxic burden was linked to increased 30-day mortality and cardiovascular complications after ...
The literature shows that delayed or erroneous diagnosis of respiratory conditions may be common in primary care due to underuse of spirometry or poor spirometric technique. The Community Respiratory ...
A series of portable respiratory function tests for patients with mild to moderate myasthenia gravis (MG) were found to be useful methods to diagnose previously unidentified at-risk cases for ...
Respiratory physicians Dr Hannah Petty and Dr Nita Sehgal discuss management of treatment resistant asthma in primary care ...
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 ...
A patient’s inability to count while holding their breath can be an indication of respiratory distress in myasthenia gravis. A simple breathing and counting exercise may be a meaningful tool to ...
Forward: In the evolving landscape of healthcare, the imperative to enhance efficiency while maintaining high standards of care has never been more pertinent. This comprehensive assessment surrounding ...
“When disaster strikes, confusion and indecision often take place when we React instead of Proact” We need to ask what my agency’s capabilities are during the first 100 hours of a disaster. Regulatory ...
Share on Pinterest Scientists have linked low vitamin D to another health concern — a higher risk of respiratory illnesses. Mami Kumagai/Stocksy Vitamin D is a nutrient that plays an important role in ...
Background The prevention of time-loss from respiratory illness is a key priority for clinicians concerned with the health of elite athletes, including rowers. Objective To evaluate the respiratory ...