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Respiratory Therapy

The respiratory therapy department team is dedicated to improving the respiratory status of patients at Greene County General Hospital. All respiratory therapists are licensed through the state of Indiana and credentialed through the National Board of Respiratory Care.

You can contact our Respiratory Therapy department via phone 812-847-2281 or fax 812-847-5235

The respiratory department provides services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.


Why should I look into Respiratory Therapy?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of death worldwide. It’s a common disease that restricts airflow to the lungs. Smoking and air pollution are the most common causes for COPD. While COPD is not curable, respiratory therapy, vaccines and other practices and medications can help treat it.


Outpatient and Inpatient services

Respiratory Therapy offers both Outpatient and Inpatient services. Details can be found below:

 

Outpatient:

Outpatient services require an order from the patient’s PCP

Outpatient Services provided by the RT department are:

  • Electrocardiograms
  • Extended Holter Monitors 3-, 7-, & 14-day monitors
  • Full Pulmonary Function Testing
  • Simple Spirometry Testing
  • 6-Minute Walk Test
  • Overnight Pulse Oximetry
  • Home Oxygen Evaluation
  • Pulse Oximetry Evaluation
  • Blood Gas Testing
    • Arterial
    • Venous
    • Lactic Acid
    • Ionized Calcium
    • Carboxyhemoglobin
  • Tobacco Cessation Referral Information, Education, & Support

 

Inpatient:

Inpatient Services provided by the RT department include but are not limited to:

  • Disease specific education
  • Bronchodilator Therapy
  • Oxygen Therapy including heated high flow therapy
  • Therapist driven protocols
  • Hyperinflation Therapy
  • Airway Clearance Techniques and Therapies
  • Blood Gas Sampling & Analysis
  • Non-invasive Ventilation
  • Ventilator Management
  • Intubation
  • Pediatric Care
  • Neonatal Care after delivery
  • Swing Bed Program Involvement

Greene County General Hospital Respiratory Therapy team is continually working and learning to provide the best respiratory care possible.

 

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