Tools & Resources
These are the absolute best tools and resources for Respiratory Therapists and Students.
Respiratory Therapists often ask me what tools I use to get things done on the job. And students often ask me what they need in order to be successful in Respiratory Therapy School. So to help, I’ve created this page as a handy reference. Below, I’ve listed out all of the most amazing tools and guides that I use. I think you’ll find them helpful as well.
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Our Top Recommended Tools:
3M Littmann Classic III Stethoscope
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Innovo Deluxe Pulse Oximeter
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WhiteCoat Clipboard Respiratory Edition
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Cherokee Infinity Women's Scrub Set
Without a comfortable set of scrubs, those 12-hours shifts that we have to work are only going to feel longer. This is a very comfortable and affordable set — even for students.
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LUMINTOP Medical Pen Light
It’s not always required for a Respiratory Therapist to carry a pen light but it’s something that I always recommend. This is the one is high-quality and gets the job done.
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Grey's Anatomy Women's Lab Coat
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Best Board Exam Prep Materials:
TMC Study Guide (eBook)
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CSE Study Guide (eBook)
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Hacking the TMC Exam (Video Course)
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TMC Test Bank (eBook)
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TMC/CSE Bundle Package
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Hacking the TMC Exam (eBook)
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Free Books:
RRT Cheat Sheet (eBook)
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9 Questions You'll See on the TMC Exam
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Free Cheat Sheet Database
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Best T-Shirts for Respiratory Therapists:
Respiratory Pulmogonia T-Shirt
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Respigucci Luxury Designer T-Shirt
Okay, so we’re still working on the name. But you can’t argue how amazing this shirt looks. Are you a part of the Respigucci gang?
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5 of PEEP Respiratory Therapist T-Shirt
Is your patient struggling with oxygenation? Then you had better bump them up to a PEEP of 5, lol. How cute is this shirt?
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Best Shoes for Medical Workers:
Dansko Women's Professional Clogs
These shoes were designed specifially for being on your feet for extended periods of time. That is why I always recommend them for Respiratory Therapists.
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Alegria Women's Classic Clogs
Again, sometimes as Respiratory Therapists we are required to move and stand a lot. These shoes help your feet stay feeling fresh throughout your shift.
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Brooks Ghost Tennis Shoes
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Helpful Resources for Students:
Test Bank (Practice Questions)
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TMC Practice Exam Mock Boards
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Workbook Helper eBook
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Our Favorite Hoodies and Sweaters:
Respiratory Therapist Supreme Hoodie
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Straight Outta Albuterol Hoodie
Nope, sorry nurse. Your patient with fluid overload cannot have a breathing treatment because we straight outta albuterol!
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Respiratory Seaside Sweatshirt
Sleek and simple — it doesn’t get much better than this Respiratory Seaside sweatshirt. Grab yours today.
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Best Textbooks for Students:
Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care
The Egan’s book is know as the “Bible of Respiratory” for a reason. It’s the best book out there for Respiratory Therapy Students.
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Chang's Mechanical Ventilation
This is the textbook I used for Mechanical Ventilation as a student. It covers everything you need to know to learn the concepts.
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Rau's Respiratory Care Pharmacology
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Our Favorite Jewelry:
Stethoscope Heart Lariat Necklace
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Just Breathe Pendant Necklace
Just breathe — a motto that we know and love as Respiratory Therapists. Grab this necklace today.
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Stethoscope Heart Stud Earrings
Does it get any better than these stethoscope heart medical stud earrings? I don’t think so.
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What did we miss?
Do you have a favorite tool that we didn’t include here? Or is there a particular tool or resource that you think would be a good fit for this page? If so, let us know!
We want to help each and every Respiratory Therapist and Student in the world. So we want to make sure this page keeps the best of the best tools and resources.