History of Ventilators in Respiratory Therapy
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What is the minimum duration of a typical respiratory therapist program?

  • 1 year
  • 6 months
  • 4 years
  • 2 years (correct)
  • Which credential is officially recognized by a state to practice respiratory care?

  • Certified pulmonary function technician
  • Certified respiratory therapy technician
  • Credentialed respiratory care practitioner (correct)
  • Registered respiratory therapist
  • What is the role of a Certified pulmonary function technician (CPFT)?

  • Provide general respiratory care services
  • Assist in surgical procedures
  • Perform pulmonary function tests (correct)
  • Administer medications to patients
  • What is the distinction between CRTT and RRT?

    <p>CRTT is an entry-level certification, while RRT is a therapist level certification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is classified as a respiratory therapy student?

    <p>One enrolled in an accredited respiratory care program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which certification exam basis do most states use for granting credentials to Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCPs)?

    <p>National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) exam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does JRCRTE stand for in the context of the text?

    <p>Joint Review Committee for Respiratory Therapy Education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individual has completed the registry (therapist) examination of the NBRC?

    <p>Registered respiratory therapist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a Certified pulmonary function technician from a Respiratory Therapist?

    <p>Scope of practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a Credentialed Respiratory Care Practitioner with a state-issued license?

    <p>Officially recognized to practice respiratory care by the state</p> Signup and view all the answers

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