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Registered Respiratory Therapist Healthcare Taxonomy Code 2279P1005X
As of today, the following are the total number of Pulmonary Rehabilitation Registered Respiratory Therapists nationally, in your state, and near your location.
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The following are the total number of Pulmonary Rehabilitation Registered Respiratory Therapists who accept Medicare in your state, the number who have opted out of Medicare, and the total number excluded from participation in Medicare nationwide.
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What do Pulmonary Rehabilitation Registered Respiratory Therapists do?
Pulmonary Rehabilitation (PR) Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRTs) design and implement personalized programs that help patients with chronic lung conditions improve their quality of life through exercise training, education, and support.
Their duties include assessing a patient’s lung function, teaching effective breathing techniques such as diaphragmatic breathing and pursed-lip breathing, educating patients on the use of medication and oxygen therapy, providing dietary suggestions, and guiding patients on energy conservation and home management strategies to prevent symptoms and improve daily functioning.
What they do
Environmental Awareness: They may assess ecological factors, such as air pollution or mold, that could trigger breathing issues, according to the American Lung Association.
Assessment: They perform pulmonary function testing to establish a baseline and monitor a patient’s progress, utilizing tools such as the six-minute walk test to assess endurance and oxygenation.
Exercise Training: RRTs lead and monitor exercise programs that combine endurance, strength, and flexibility to enhance physical fitness, increase muscle mass, and improve exercise tolerance.
Patient Education: They educate patients on various aspects of their condition and treatment, including:
Breathing techniques: Teaching techniques to improve breathing and manage shortness of breath.
Medication management: Explaining how and when to use inhaled medications and oxygen therapy.
Disease management: Providing strategies for managing symptoms at home and understanding disease warning signs.
Equipment Management: They ensure patients use and manage their prescribed breathing equipment, such as oxygen devices, correctly.
Support and Guidance: RRTs provide guidance on dietary suggestions, relaxation exercises, energy conservation techniques, and strategies for preparing for potentially stressful activities.