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Physical Therapist & Respiratory Therapist - Coggle Diagram
Physical Therapist & Respiratory Therapist
Managing life support mechanical ventilation systems.
Administering aerosol-based medications.
Monitoring equipment related to cardiopulmonary therapy.
Analyzing blood samples to determine levels of oxygen and other gases.
Managing artificial airways.
The profession got its start in WW1.
Physical therapists can treat vertigo.
Physical therapy can help people with Alzheimer's Disease.
The profession began as a female-dominated field.
Teaching patients how to properly use therapeutic exercise techniques.
Both work hands on with patients
work to make lives better
both need to go to schooling for
create specific treatments for different patients
Physical therapists are movement experts who improve quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education.
Physical therapists diagnose and treat individuals of all ages, from newborns to people at the end of life. Many patients have injuries, disabilities, or other health conditions that need treatment. But PTs also care for people who simply want to become healthier and to prevent future problems.
Physical therapists examine each person and then develops a treatment plan to improve their ability to move, reduce or manage pain, restore function, and prevent disability.
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Respiratory therapy is the practice of examining patients who are experiencing issues with their breathing. A respiratory therapist is responsible for performing chest exams and creating a treatment plan to resolve problems and illnesses within the lungs. Diagnosing lung disease and breathing disorders are the main priority for respiratory therapists, as well as managing breathing equipment and evaluating blood oxygen levels.
