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Side effects of using a Nebulizer

People with chronic lung conditions, such as asthma, use this device for taking medicine in the form of mist. The device converts liquid medicine into mist which is inhaled through a mouthpiece either through the oral or the nasal passage. Nebulised medicines help improve the airflow. The instant effect of medication in the form of mist is preferred in cases where oral medicines take a lot of time to relieve the patient. Nebulisers vary from patient to patient. When being used for children and babies, a small facemask is used, whereas in the case of adults and older children, a facemask or mouth piece is used. Asthma patients often keep this at home in case of emergencies. You can buy nebulizers online from certified medical instrument distributors. Many people are often sceptical about using nebulizers due to the possible side effects. Though more often than not, the side effects are of the medication and not the instrument itself. Beta-agonists, the mainstay of asthma tre...

Endotracheal Suctioning: 4 Things To Consider

An integral component of bronchial hygiene therapy, Endotracheal Suctioning(ETS) includes the maintenance of the oxygenation in order to prevent any obstruction of the airway. Majorly performed by respiratory therapists, it is one of the most common procedures to clear secretions which may be caused by Endotracheal intubation. Below mentioned are 4 major factors which must be considered by a respiratory therapist while performing Endotracheal Suctioning. Have a look: 1.        Preoxygenation Preoxygenation is one of the major steps followed during ETS procedure. If studies are to be believed, it is difficult to determine the optimal level of preoxygenation. But when ETS is being performed on adults, general practice is followed and they are preoxygenated with 100% oxygen during all stages of the procedure. However, the case is not same with preterm infants. In preterm infants, it can lead to hyperoxia which, in turn, causes retinopathy of pr...