Kai Liu, Yu-Long Yao, Yu-Xian Wang, Bi-Lin Wei, Liu-Cun Li, Qi-Xing Wang, Hui-Qing Ge, Er-Shan Wang, Li-Min Yang, Huan Chen, Yun-Qing Yang, Hao Qin, Wen-Jun Zhai, Shen-Ji Yu, Xiao-Ting Wang, Zhe Luo, Guo-Wei Tu
PURPOSE: This national study aimed to investigate the lung ultrasound (LUS) training and practice of respiratory therapists (RTs) in mainland China. METHODS: A cross-sectional multicenter survey was conducted from May 22, 2021 to August 12, 2021, through online platforms. This survey included RTs in mainland China. The survey was divided into four sections: (1) demographic characteristics and basic information; (2) basic information about LUS training and practice; (3) LUS practice details; and (4) Other ultrasound training and practice...
November 18, 2022: BMC Pulmonary Medicine