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Detection of alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency by respiratory therapists: experience with an educational program.
Respiratory care - 1 May 2014
Stoller James K, Strange Charlie, Schwarz Laura, Kallstrom Thomas J, Chatburn Robert L
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency is under-recognized. We hypothesized that respiratory therapists (RTs) could help improve the detection rate of individuals with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. The American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and Alpha-1 Foundation recently collaborated to create an online alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency training program for RTs. This study aimed to determine (1) the...
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