42 Interview Questions for Respiratory Therapists (With Examples)

Top 20 Respiratory Therapist Interview Questions and Answers for 2022

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  • What is the most challenging respiratory condition you have treated, and what treatment approaches did you use? See answer
  • How would you explain a particular respiratory treatment to an anxious patient? See answer
  • How would you handle a case in which a patient or family member disagreed with your assessment? See answer
  • How would you handle a situation in which you disagreed with another respiratory therapist about a diagnosis? See answer
  • How do you build rapport with your patients? See answer
  • How might you deliver bad news to a patient and their family?
  • Are you comfortable working nights, weekends, holidays and on-call shifts?
  • Why did you become a respiratory therapist?
  • Explain the difference between HFA, DPI and SMI inhalers.
  • What do you consider to be the most important part of your job as a respiratory therapist?
  • Do you prefer to work on your own or with other providers?
  • Have you ever changed a process or procedure to improve patient outcomes?
  • Do you speak any other languages?
  • Is there a specific demographic you prefer working with?
  • In what situation would you prescribe an aerosol treatment for a patient?
  • What might happen if a patient has inadequate humidification?
  • List some of the most common medical tools you use to help your patients.
  • What is bronchospasm, and how do you treat it?
  • What is the most challenging respiratory condition you have treated, and what treatment approaches did you use?

    A:

    This question helps you assess the candidate’s general knowledge and level of expertise. You’ll learn whether they have dealt with complex cases, and you’ll be able to get a sense of whether they would be suited to the particular type of work that your respiratory therapy team performs. You’ll discover whether the applicant communicates effectively and clearly and how they might communicate with patients and team members. What to look for in an answer:

  • Evidence of experience with cases your team commonly treats
  • High level of knowledge of treatment approaches
  • Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently
  • “I have treated several cases of Middle East Respiratory Virus (MERV). I tailored treatment according to the severity of the virus and performed frequent monitoring.”

    Q:

    How would you handle a case in which a patient or family member disagreed with your assessment?

    A:

    In dealing with seriously ill patients, a respiratory therapist may face instances of conflict with patients and families over treatment approaches. This question helps you determine whether the respiratory therapist would be able to handle these situations independently, and you’ll learn about their attitude, values and treatment philosophies. You’ll be able to uncover whether the candidate handles conflict with appropriate resolution tactics and maintains professionalism and respect. What to look for in an answer:

  • Ability to resolve conflicts independently and respectfully
  • Willingness to listen to patient’s concerns
  • Knowledge of appropriate conflict resolution strategies
  • “I’d listen carefully to the patient’s/family’s concerns and address them directly. I’d propose several solutions and provide as much information and time as possible.”

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