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Respiratory Care Services provide a broad spectrum of respiratory care to patients of all ages. Staffed with registered/certified respiratory therapists and technicians, the department provides comprehensive pulmonary diagnostic techniques in conjunction with routine and critical therapeutic procedures for those with cardiopulmonary disorders.

As part of the multitude of responsibilities, the staff assesses and cares for respiratory patients, administers oxygen and respiratory treatments, and provides respiratory care in emergencies. The Respiratory staff works as a team with the physicians, PA's, nurses, and other Hospital staff in providing the best respiratory care possible.

Respiratory care services include:

  • Pulmonary Function Test Studies
  • Nebulizer Therapy
  • Aerosol Therapy
  • Mechanical Ventilation
  • Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
  • Bronchoscopies

 

These services are provided at Harris Regional Hospital and Swain County Hospital.

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