This presentation will aim to provide a personal insight into the world of the cardio respiratory physiotherapist. Who are we? What do we do and how do we do it? How do you refer to us? How can physiotherapists and pharmacists work together to optimise the outcomes for our patients?
Learning Objectives:
- Outline the basic physiology of respiratory conditions treated with physiotherapy
- Describe strategies to optimise medication management and improvement patient outcomes in the cardio-respiratory setting
- Explain the role of physiotherapists in multidisciplinary teams (MDT)
- Identify the day-to-day responsibilities of physiotherapists and MDT involved in respiratory settings
- Describe how pharmacists can refer to physiotherapists, including appropriate referral criteria