How do they match: Respiratory Therapists

  • Monitor cardiac patients, using electrocardiography devices, such as a holter monitor.
  • Monitor patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, or blood chemistry changes, and consult with physician if adverse reactions occur.
  • Set up and operate devices, such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, or aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.

  • Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures, or activities.