essionalism In Respiratory Care
This 10 page paper discusses respiratory care practitioners and professionalism. The writer begins by describing professionalism, specifically in the medical profession. Some of the major training areas for respiratory care practitioners and their various diverse responsibilities are then explained. Two models that have been found to enhance the quality of patient care are investigated: patient-focused care and case management. The commonality involves the use of critical paths. Finally, how respiratory care practitioners fits into these models is described. The essay explains that professionalism has to do with providing the highest quality care and these are two approaches that foster such delivery of services. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
