East Tennessee State University
Respiratory Therapy
| School: | East Tennessee State University |
| Faculty: | Department of Allied Health Sciences |
| Degree: | Bachelor |
| Field of Study: | Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
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| Description: | The Respiratory Therapist applies scientific knowledge and theory to practical clinical problems of respiratory care. Respiratory Therapists are qualified to assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities. The Respiratory Therapist may be required to exercise considerable independent clinical judgment, under the supervision of a physician in the treatment of patients with respiratory dysfunction. The Respiratory Care Practitioner may perform the following respiratory care modalities: advanced airway management, pediatric and neonatal critical care, hemodynamic monitoring, metabolic cart studies, cardiopulmonary stress testing, and other advanced procedures. |
| URL: | Respiratory Therapy at East Tennessee State University |
| Length: | 4 Year(s) |
| Cost per year:* |
Cost is an approximation, converted from USD. |
| Careers: | 1 |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.