Directory of top Certified Respiratory Therapists (Pulmonary Function Technologist) in Gulfport, MississippI, USA
Taxonomy Code 2278P1006X
The directory of Certified Respiratory Therapists (Pulmonary Function Technologist) in Gulfport, MississippI was last updated 6/30/2024
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Certified Respiratory Therapists (Pulmonary Function Technologist)
Taxonomy Code 2278P1006X
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Description
An individual who is trained and qualified to perform pulmonary diagnostic tests. In the course of conducting these tests, the Pulmonary Function Technologist is able to setup, calibrate, maintain, and ensure the quality assurance of the pulmonary function testing equipment. In the laboratory, clinical or patient care setting the technologist instructs patients, elicits cooperation, performs procedures, monitors patient response, and evaluates patient performance. Tests results are calculated, compared with predicted normal ranges, and evaluated for reliability. The technologist collects clinical history data and evaluates the clinical implications of the test results.
