nasal flaring + Suprasternal retractions

Nasal flaring

In this video you can see a case of nasal flaring and suprasternal retraction. Nasal flaring is widening of the nostrils while breathing.

When the patient has a trouble in breathing, these signs usually occur. In some conditions such as asthma attack, blocked airway, bronchiolitis and etc. nasal flaring can be seen.