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First stage of labour - active phase

… If you're tired, rest. Continue slow and light breathing or use your preferred breathing techniques . Concentrate on one contraction at a …

Office Ergonomics

… to your sides even if you choose not to use armrests. Has a breathable, padded seat. The edge of the chair should be … to your sides even if you choose not to use armrests. Has a breathable, padded seat. The edge of the chair should be …

Anthrax

… skin. Inhalational (lung) anthrax . This can occur when you breathe in spores. It is the most serious type of infection. … fever, and muscle aches. But you may also have shortness of breath, which is not common with the flu. Severe trouble breathing, high fever, and shock may occur 1 to 5 days …

Pulmonary Embolism

… symptoms of pulmonary embolism are sudden shortness of breath; sudden, sharp chest pain that may get worse when you cough or take a deep breath; and a cough. The cough may bring up blood or pink … symptoms of pulmonary embolism are: Sudden shortness of breath. Sudden, sharp chest pain that may get worse when you …

Lung Cancer and Other Lung Problems From Smoking

… cause of COPD is smoking. Smoking further damages the breathing tubes and lung tissue when you have COPD. Quitting … But you will also notice after several weeks that you can breathe more easily, have more stamina, and eventually cough … cause of COPD is smoking. Smoking further damages the breathing tubes and lung tissue when you have COPD. Quitting …

Stages of Sleep

… REM sleep. During REM sleep: The eyes and eyelids flutter. Breathing becomes irregular. During REM sleep, it is normal to have short episodes when breathing stops (apnea). The brain paralyzes your muscles so … REM sleep. During REM sleep: The eyes and eyelids flutter. Breathing becomes irregular. During REM sleep, it is normal …

Older adults and endurance fitness

… means raising your heart rate and causing you to sweat and breathe more quickly. While doing an activity of moderate … working based on how you feel. If exercising causes you to breathe hard, take a day off after each exercise day. This …

Healthy physical activity in pregnancy

… breasts - wear a comfortable, supportive bra shortness of breath - rest; check with your healthcare provider if you … BC at 8-1-1 if you experience: Excessive shortness of breath Chest pain Painful uterine contractions (more than …

Avoiding Infections in the Hospital

… red or swollen. Follow instructions. If you're given breathing exercises to do in your room—like deep breathing or using a spirometer —be sure to do them as … red or swollen. Follow instructions. If you're given breathing exercises to do in your room—like deep breathing …

Scoliosis in Adults

… "C." If this curve is severe, it can cause pain and make breathing difficult. Most cases of scoliosis are mild. How … decrease fatigue. Flexibility exercises. These include deep breathing to help expand your chest. Ways to stay active … "C." If this curve is severe, it can cause pain and make breathing difficult. Most cases of scoliosis are mild. How …