Which healthcare professional treats patients with asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, or pneumonia?
A. Phlebotomist
B. Respiratory therapist
C. Anesthetist assistant
D. Physical therapist
E. Occupational therapist
B. Respiratory therapist
A respiratory therapist evaluates, treats, and cares for patients with asthma, emphysema, pneumonia, bronchitis, and other respiratory problems.
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