Respiratory Therapist

Duties and Responsibilities: Respiratory therapists typically do the following: Interview and examine patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. Consult with physicians to develop patient treatment plans. Perform diagnostic tests such as measuring lung capacity.

Salary:$57,790

Education: Respiratory Therapist Education Requirements. Respiratory therapists begin their careers by completing an associate's degree, but a bachelor's or master's degree may lead to better career opportunities. Core courses include chemistrybiology,anatomy and physiology.

Demand: Employment of respiratory therapists is projected to grow 23 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations. Growth in the middle-aged and elderly population will lead to an increased incidence of respiratory conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia.

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Reflection: I would not like to become a respiratory therapist because I'm not interested in that and i already have goals to get in a different career.


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