Position statements
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Position Statement on Aerosol-Generating Procedures
Position Statement on Aerosol-Generating Procedures (CSRT)
The recommendations contained in this position statement apply to aerosol-generating procedures and pulmonary function testing.
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NBART Publishes Position Statement on Spirometry
NBART Publishes Position Statement on Spirometry
The NBART has published a position statement on spirometry testing by Respiratory Therapists.
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The Use of Electronic Cigarettes
CSRT Publishes Position Statement on Use of Electronic Cigarettes
The Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) calls for immediate action to eliminate the availability and the use of electronic cigarette as a smoking cessation tool as there is no
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Dying with Dignity
Dying with Dignity
The CSRT Board of Directors approved today a position statement that supports the Supreme Court of Canada's ruling that will ensure that individuals have the opportunity to receive medical aid in dying. This position will be communicated
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NBART Supports Declaration of Death by Respiratory Therapists
NBART Supports Declaration of Death by Respiratory Therapists
The NBART has published a Position Statement on Pronouncement of Death by Respiratory Therapists.
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CSRT Releases Position Statement
CSRT Releases Position Statement
The CSRT has released a position statement on The Respiratory Therapist's Role in Mechanical Ventilation. This is a result of extensive discussions from RTs on the professional practice listserv. In the interest of patient
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National Alliance of Respiratory Therapy Regulatory Bodies H1N1 Position...
National Alliance of Respiratory Therapy Regulatory Bodies H1N1 Position Statement
Safe and Effective Respiratory Therapy Services A Priority During Second Wave of H1N1 Influenza A.
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Canadian Thoracic Society Publishes Position Paper on Spirometry
Canadian Thoracic Society Publishes Position Paper on Spirometry
The Canadian Thoracic Society Pulmonary Function Standards Clinical Assembly is proud to announce the release of the first Canadian position statement on the use of spirometry in primary care.
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Position Statement Aerosol Generating Medical Procedures During an H1N1...
Position Statement Aerosol Generating Medical Procedures During an H1N1 Influenza A Pandemic
Definition
Aerosol-generating medical procedures (AGMPs) are any procedure carried out on a patient that can induce the production of aerosols of various sizes,
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Position Statement on Medication Reconciliation Released
Position Statement on Medication Reconciliation Released
The NBART has recently released a position statement on the role of Respiratory Therapists in the medication reconciliation process.