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What is a task that is not part of the role of respiratory therapists (RTs) in patient assessment?
What is a task that is not part of the role of respiratory therapists (RTs) in patient assessment?
- Interpret arterial blood gas values and suggest mechanical ventilation changes
- Assist the physician with diagnostic reasoning skills
- Provide psychiatric counseling to patients (correct)
- Help the physician select appropriate pulmonary function tests
Which of the following is not a responsibility of respiratory therapists (RTs) in patient assessment?
Which of the following is not a responsibility of respiratory therapists (RTs) in patient assessment?
- Measuring airflow using spirometry
- Assessing lung sounds using a stethoscope
- Analyzing electrocardiograms (ECGs) (correct)
- Recording vital signs such as blood pressure and heart rate
Which activity is beyond the scope of respiratory therapists (RTs) during patient assessment?
Which activity is beyond the scope of respiratory therapists (RTs) during patient assessment?
- Administering nebulizer treatments
- Collaborating with dietitians to plan meals
- Evaluating cardiac enzyme levels (correct)
- Assisting in intubation procedures
What task is not typically performed by respiratory therapists (RTs) in patient assessment?
What task is not typically performed by respiratory therapists (RTs) in patient assessment?
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Which of the following duties is not part of the role of respiratory therapists (RTs) in patient assessment?
Which of the following duties is not part of the role of respiratory therapists (RTs) in patient assessment?
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