For the majority, breathing is an unconscious process, overlooked in daily life. However, the method of respiration, whether through the nose or mouth, can significantly influence an individual's ...

You arrive for a difficulty-breathing emergency. The patient is alert and oriented and complaining of difficulty breathing. The patient appears to be mildly distressed and slightly anxious, but vitals ...

Accessory muscle breathing means using muscles other than those typically used for breathing to take in and expel air. One example is the subclavius — between the collarbone and the top rib — which ...

Breathing is one of the most basic functions of the human body. It's so basic that our bodies often do it without us even having to think about it. But experts say that breathing can also have ...