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Oxygen therapy is a key treatment in respiratory care.
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When working in respiratory therapy you will work with patients that have a history with respiratory problems such as asthma, influenza, and emphysema. They can provide everyday care for those patients as well as emergency care.
Marvin D. Lough has written: 'Handbook of respiratory care' -- subject(s): Handbooks, Handbooks, manuals, Respiratory therapy 'Pediatric respiratory therapy' -- subject(s): In infancy and childhood, Pediatric respiratory diseases, Respiratory Tract Diseases, Respiratory therapy for children, Therapy
The proffesionals in the health care field of respiratory therapy specialize cardiopulmonary cycle. They oversea everything about your body that inolves breathing.
Oxygen therapy is frequently ordered in the home care setting, as well as in acute (urgent) care facilities.
Jimmy M. Cairo has written: 'Mosby's respiratory care equipment' -- subject(s): Equipment and supplies, Instrumentation, Respiratory intensive care, Respiratory therapy
The American Association for Respiratory Care's website is www.aarc.org. They can help with any questions you may have.
David H. Eubanks has written: 'Comprehensive respiratory care' -- subject(s): Respiratory therapy
Will Beachey has written: 'Respiratory care anatomy and physiology: foundations for clinical practice' -- subject(s): Physiology, Respiratory organs, Respiration, Respiratory therapy, Kidneys, Cardiovascular system 'Workbook to accompany Respiratory Care Anatomy and Physiology'
AnswerRespiratory therapy is one of the fastest growing occupations in the country. With more and more Americans reaching old age and becoming vulnerable to breathing and cardiopulmonary disorders, the job prospects for respiratory therapists are expected to be excellent. The minimum qualification to enter the profession is an associate's degree in respiratory therapy and a license to practice as a respiratory therapist from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). However, a bachelor's or master's degree in respiratory therapy may be required for advancement.
Lynelle N. B. Pierce has written: 'Guide to mechanical ventilation and intensive respiratory care' -- subject(s): Artificial respiration, Respirators (Medical equipment), Respiratory intensive care, Respiratory therapy