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All cells must have: |
Oxygen |
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Cells produce_______as a waste product. |
Carbon Dioxide |
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Respiratory system brings_________and________. |
Fresh oxigen and disposes of carbon dioxide. |
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Pulmonology |
The diagnosis and treatments of diseases, conditions affecting the lower respiratory system, and chest cavity of the following organs: • trachea • bronchi • lungs • pleura |
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Pulmonologists treat conditions such as: |
• Cancer • Infections • Obstructive lung diseases • Injuries • Respiratory failures • Disorders of the pleura |
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Subspecialty surgery |
Thoracic surgery |
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Areas performed thoracic surgeries: |
• Lungs • Trachea • Esophagus • Chest wall • Heart •Other structures of the chest Other structures of the chest |
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Respiratory Therapist |
are allied health professionals |
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Respiratory Therapist duties are: |
• administer oxygen therapy & breathing treatments • measuring lung capacity • monitoring blood concentrations of: oxigen & carbon dioxide • providing care for ventilator patients |
