SummaryThe Registered Respiratory Therapist assumes clinical responsibility for all respiratory care modalities. The RRT performs a variety of diagnostic tests and therapeutic modalities to determine the effect of treatment on the disease process. The Therapist exercises considerable independent judgment in the development of care plans in assessing and treating patients.ResponsibilitiesAssesses and provides recommendations in the development of a plan of care for patients in the provision of respiratory care. Implements the care of the patients upon physician order or defined protocols following defined time standards, and modifies the plan of