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A Respiratory Therapist (RT) is a healthcare professional responsible for assessing, treating, and caring for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. They work closely with physicians and healthcare teams to provide life-support, emergency care, and long-term respiratory therapy.
Key Responsibilities- Assess patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders
- Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, and ventilator support
- Operate and monitor respiratory equipment such as ventilators and CPAP/BiPAP machines
- Perform diagnostic tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis
- Assist in emergency care, including CPR and airway management
- Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and home care
- Maintain accurate patient records and treatment plans
- Collaborate with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals