Respiratory Therapist - Moraine Park Technical College

Respiratory Therapist from Moraine Park Technical College is a Campus Associate Respiratory Care degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Program Description Respiratory therapists , as members of a team of health care professionals, work to evaluate, treat and manage patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses and other cardiopulmonary disorders in a wide variety of clinical settings. In addition to performing respiratory care procedures, respiratory therapists are involved in clinical decision-making (such as patient evaluation, treatment selection and assessment of treatment efficacy) and patient education. The scope of practice for respiratory therapy includes, but is not limited to: assessing the cardiopulmonary status of patients, drawing blood samples, performing blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing, initiating ordered respiratory care , evaluating and monitoring patients\\\' responses to such care, modifying the prescribed respiratory therapy and cardiopulmonary procedures and life support endeavors to achieve desired therapeutic objectives, providing patient, family and community education, and participating in life support activities as required. At graduation, the student is qualified for admission to the entry-level and advanced practitioner examinations to become a registered respiratory therapist . Career Opportunities Respiratory Therapist Respiratory Care Practitioner Respiratory Care Therapist Staff Therapist Pulmonary Rehabilitation Therapist Perinatal/Pediatric Therapist Pulmonary Function Technologist/Therapist Sleep Disorder Center Technician Nursing Home Therapist Respiratory Care Educator Home Care Therapist/Manager Acute Care Respiratory Therapist Program Outcomes Apply advanced-level respiratory therapy concepts to patient care situations. Demonstrate technical proficiency required to fulfill the role of an advanced-level Respiratory Therapist. Practice respiratory therapy according to established professional and ethical standards. View more details on Moraine Park Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Respiratory Care courses.