A respiratory therapist is a specialized healthcare practitioner trained in critical care and cardiopulmonary medicine. They work therapeutically with individuals who have acute critical conditions, cardiac, and pulmonary diseases.
List of Services by Respiratory Therapists:
- Respiratory Therapy: Treating patients with respiratory issues, such as asthma, emphysema, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- Oxygen Therapy: Administering oxygen to patients with low blood oxygen levels.
- Ventilator Management: Monitoring and adjusting mechanical ventilation for patients on ventilators.
- Pulmonary Function Testing: Conducting tests to measure lung function and capacity.
Patient Education: Teaching patients and their families about respiratory conditions and how to manage them.