Regulatory and Credentialing Context

Explains how respiratory practice is governed by NBRC credentialing, state licensure where applicable, facility privileging, and manufacturer recommendations; clarifies scope, supervision models, and delegation rules for therapists.

Facility Responsibilities and Accreditation

Details facility responsibilities such as ventilator and oxygen safety programs, infection prevention, equipment inventory, QA participation, and documentation required for accreditation or internal audits.

Maintaining Compliance

Practical guidance on documentation retention, incident reporting, equipment fault reporting, and preparing for internal or external audits of respiratory services.