Unit 1 Flashcards
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Define RRT
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Registered Respiratory Therapist, passed both NBRC exams
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Define Respiratory Therapy.
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Te RT will use scientific principles to assess, educate, and treat patients under medical direction.
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Define CRT
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Certified Respiratory Therapist. Passed only entry level NBRC exam
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AARC
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National organization, lobbies to protect scope if practice, American Association for respiratory care
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CSRC
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CA society for respiratory care, state level professional organization
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NBRC
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Narional board for respiratory care, offers credential exams
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CoARC
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Certifies RT schools
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California State License Board for Respiratory Care
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Offers state licensure
