Nearly half of the infant crib deaths and two-thirds of bassinet deaths reported to CPSC each year are suffocations caused by pillows, thick quilts and/or overcrowding in the babyâs sleeping space. The safest place for a baby to sleep is in a safe crib.
Competently utilising a stethoscope in clinical practice is one such skill. A fundamental ability to use a stethoscope comes with many nursing roles ranging from respiratory nurse specialist and outreach roles to intensive care nursing, A&E nursing and when practising in operating theatres.
Respiratory Therapist Duties. 1  Examine and interview patients with breathing/cardiopulmonary issues. 2  Perform diagnostic tests. 3  Develop a treatment program after consultation with physicians. 4  Implement treatment programs. 5  Monitor and keep records of treatment progress.