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… blood gases (ABG) test is done to: Check for severe breathing problems and lung diseases, such as asthma , … is working. Find out if you need extra oxygen or help with breathing (mechanical ventilation). Find out if you are … and how soon to do it. Do not smoke just before the test or breathe second-hand smoke. How It Is Done If you are on …
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… Start to urinate into the toilet for a few seconds. Keep holding your skin away from the urine stream. After the … Start to urinate into the toilet for a few seconds. Keep holding your skin away from the urine stream. After the …
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… the cause of airway problems, such as bleeding, trouble breathing, or a long-term (chronic) cough. Take tissue … to numb the vocal cords. You may be asked to take a deep breath so the scope can pass your vocal cords. It is … your lung. The bronchoscope is then moved down your larger breathing tubes (bronchi) to examine the lower airways. If …
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… but still alert enough to co-operate. Your heart rate, breathing rate, and blood pressure will be monitored … feel numb and swollen. Some people feel like they can't breathe at times because of the probe in their throat, but … caused by the anesthetic. There is always plenty of breathing space around the probe in your mouth and throat. …
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… cancer. The procedure may be done to help with shortness of breath and pain caused by the fluid buildup. Or you may have … pleural fluid ( pleural effusion ). Relieve shortness of breath and pain caused by a pleural effusion. How To Prepare … or nurse if you feel faint or if you have any shortness of breath, chest pain, or uncontrollable cough. Risks …
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… the ultrasound is being done. You may be asked to take a breath and hold it for several seconds during the test. … the ultrasound is being done. You may be asked to take a breath and hold it for several seconds during the test. …