Summary
Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physiotherapist is a professional role responsible for specialist physiotherapist who treats patients with heart and lungs conditions to improve their physical function, stamina and quality of life they evaluate medical history, symtoms, physical condition and diagnostic results to creat a personalized treatment plan they implement tailored interventions like breathing exercise, airway clearance techniques to clear mucus) and physical conditioning programs (aerobics and strength training) teach patient how to manage their conditions and use of medical devices correctly e.g inhalers, conserve energy and adopt a healthy lifestyle to prevent future complications work with a multi – disciplinary health care team which include doctor, nurses and dieticians to ensure comprehensive care within their specialized field.
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Description
Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physiotherapist is a professional role responsible for specialist physiotherapist who treats patients with heart and lungs conditions to improve their physical function, stamina and quality of life they evaluate medical history, symtoms, physical condition and diagnostic results to creat a personalized treatment plan they implement tailored interventions like breathing exercise, airway clearance techniques to clear mucus) and physical conditioning programs (aerobics and strength training) teach patient how to manage their conditions and use of medical devices correctly e.g inhalers, conserve energy and adopt a healthy lifestyle to prevent future complications work with a multi – disciplinary health care team which include doctor, nurses and dieticians to ensure comprehensive care within their specialized field.
Tasks
- They work in areas that are focused on acute care, rehabilitation and long – term management of heart and lung condition In hospital settings, critical care unit (CCU), cardio – pulmonary rehabilitation centres and outpatient clininics.
Skills
Core skills
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Technical skills
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Transferable skills
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Certifications
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Education
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Relevant courses
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Institutions
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Minimum requirements
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Where they work
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Schedule
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How to become one
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Related occupations
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