[A respiratory therapist is a person who has graduated from a respiratory therapy program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation, and where applicable, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. A respiratory therapist administers oxygen and other gases and provides assistance with equipment to patients with either acute or chronic breathing difficulties, often within the home. ( HL7V3.0 )]
UMLS (HL7) C1552314 Relation/PAR: Respiratory, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Relation/CHD: Critical Care
Patient Education
Emergency Care
General Care
Geriatric Care
Home Care
Neonatal/Pediatrics
Patient Transport
Pulmonary Diagnostics
Pulmonary Function Technologist
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Palliative/Hospice
SNF/Subacute Care