The member of the health care team responsible for performing treatments to assist the patient to breathe more efficiently and effectively is the
a. occupational therapist.
b. physical therapist.
c. respiratory therapist.
d. psychotherapist.
ANS: C
Respiratory therapists are responsible for evaluating patient respiratory status and suggesting treatment to prevent or treat respiratory problems. The health care team members mentioned in the other options do not focus on patient breathing.
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