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Expert Profile: Neal Okerson

Expertise:  I should be able to answer most questions about anatomy and physiology of heart and lungs. I also enjoy answering questions about understanding diseases. I should also be able to explain the goals and objectives of various pulmonary related treatments. Not an M.D., but worked in the field (Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician) since 1990. Registered Respiratory Therapist since 1995. B.S. degree in Health Education (1987). Currently working (since 1993) as the Director of Clinical Education in an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program in Western KY.

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Prestige Points: 6252
Knowledge   9.82   Best of the best
Clarity of Response   9.93   Best of the best
Timeliness   9.85   Best of the best
Politeness   9.98   Best of the best
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User Comments
Thank you greatly Neal, for your reply! I really appreciate it. Best..Mike E.
(Mike on 09/18/08)
Thanks for the quick and helpful response. I know I should quit smoking...but it's always the same ("Well, just one more cigarette couldn't really
(Patrick on 09/08/08)
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Recent Answers from Neal Okerson
2008-09-08  Odd lung pain...I'm 20? My disclaimer - In my field we really don't diagnose. That is up to the physician. So don't take my response too seriously. If you have any doubts at all, then see a physician. My first guess would...
2008-08-26  pulse oximeter readings Hi James, You have made an important discovery. There are two gas levels that are monitored by the body to regulate breathing. One is oxygen (sounds like common sense, right?) and the other is carbon...
2008-08-20  o2 levels James, It is not uncommon to have slightly different normals from one source to another. Authors have varying opinions. Also locations will cause variations in normal some oxygen monitoring values(High...
2008-08-19  o2 levels James, If you have health insurance, it may be covered so that you wouldn't have to pay out of pocket. As to brand, I really can't help you there. You might contact a couple of organizations that do the...
2008-05-12  Becoming a Respiratory Therapise Amanda, Most respiratory programs are 2 years in length. Some may require a couple of prerequisite courses before you can be admitted to the actual program. You might check out AARC.ORG our professional...
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