NUCC taxonomy code
Educational Certified Respiratory Therapist
2278E1000X
IndividualRespiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
- Grouping
- Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
- Classification
- Respiratory Therapist, Certified
- Specialization
- Educational
Definition
The focus of patient and family education activities is to promote knowledge of disease process, medical therapy, and self help. Respiratory therapists are uniquely qualified to provide this service in regard to cardiopulmonary diseases and injury.
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