Delivering 360-Degree Patient Care: Build Trust, Dance it Out
The patients respiratory therapists see at the bedside every day are in need of immediate care to treat their acute conditions. But those very same patients — many of them suffering from chronic lung conditions like asthma and COPD — need help beyond that acute exacerbation too. How do RTs care for the whole patient? […]
Read the post:Delivering 360-Degree Patient Care: Build Trust, Dance it OutWant to Stand Out to Managers? Gain Knowledge and Stay Energized
Shellie R. Moore, M.Ed., RRT, RRT-NPS, is the program director and assistant Professor for the respiratory care program at Gannon University in Pennsylvania. She shares advice for students on how to stand out among their peers. Students: Build Your Skills The unique student opportunity Shellie R. Moore, M.Ed., RRT, RRT-NPS, shares tips for standing out […]
Read the post:Want to Stand Out to Managers? Gain Knowledge and Stay EnergizedPertussis: What RTs Need to Know
Respiratory therapists who have encountered pertussis know it is characterized by the hallmark “whooping” sound that has given it the name most people associate with it: whooping cough. Effective vaccines have been around for decades, but effectiveness wears off over time and many people fail to be re-immunized. According to the CDC, infants are at […]
Read the post:Pertussis: What RTs Need to KnowKick Butts Day 2018 Empowers Youth to Speak Out Against Tobacco Use
Wednesday, March 21, 2018 is Kick Butts Day, and, as lung health experts, respiratory therapists are uniquely positioned to help patients do just that. According to the Kick Butts Day website, the day is an opportunity to empower youth to stand out and speak up against tobacco use at events across the entire U.S. What […]
Read the post:Kick Butts Day 2018 Empowers Youth to Speak Out Against Tobacco UseCelebrating the RT’s Role in Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week is March 11 – 17, and that means now is a great time to learn more about this area of respiratory therapy and what it can mean for chronic lung disease patients. AARC member Kitty Collins, BHS, RRT, has been working in PR for decades now and explains why patients need this […]
Read the post:Celebrating the RT’s Role in Pulmonary RehabilitationThe Member Voice: Traveling Through a Career into Leadership
By Diane Oldfather, MHEd, RRT, FAARC Diane Oldfather, MHEd, RRT, FAARC When I attended my first Missouri Society for Respiratory Care annual conference as a student in 1993, I was starstruck by several individuals that oversaw (and appeared to flawlessly run) several of the activities. One individual was greatly involved in many aspects of the […]
Read the post:The Member Voice: Traveling Through a Career into LeadershipDad’s Illness Spurs Path to Respiratory Care
Kimberly Kuiper and her dad walk down the aisle at her wedding. Kimberly Kuiper, BS, RRT, has big plans for the South Dakota Society for Respiratory Care (SDSRC) during her term as president, and credits her father as her inspiration for taking the respiratory care career path. Learn More About State Societies “My goals are […]
Read the post:Dad’s Illness Spurs Path to Respiratory CareAerosol Delivery Devices: Put Your Expertise in Action for Patients
There are many types of devices that RTs use to administer aerosol therapy. They all work differently and, as experts, RTs should be well versed in demonstrating, educating and coaching proper usage of these devices to patients. Doug Gardenhire, EdD, RRT, RRT-NPS, FAARC, of Georgia State University, shares his expertise on how RTs can keep […]
Read the post:Aerosol Delivery Devices: Put Your Expertise in Action for PatientsNominations Now Open for Patient Advocacy Award
The National Respiratory Patient Advocacy Award is the only nationally-recognized advocacy program dedicated to honoring outstanding registered respiratory therapists. The award identifies and honors registered respiratory therapists from across the country who demonstrate excellence in compassionate care for patients and families. Learn more about the award The award commemorates a vital member of the health […]
Read the post:Nominations Now Open for Patient Advocacy AwardTech Tools: Using Devices to Improve Care
We use technology tools each day—for both personal and business purposes. These tools can improve efficiency, keep us connected and enhance collaboration, and even help in patient treatments. We asked AARC member Michael Hess, BS, RRT, RPFT, to share how he uses technology tools in his daily practice to help aid in the delivery of […]
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