communication skills (verbal, nonverbal, and written) to communicate their needs promptly
and effectively;
auditory perception to receive verbal communication from patients and members of the
health care team to assess health needs of patients through the use of monitoring
devices (e.g. cardiac monitors, stethoscopes, ventilators, and fire alarms);
gross and fine motor coordination for the manipulation of RC equipment;
tactile and visual acuity needed for accurate monitoring of life support systems and
for patient assessment;
intellectual and emotional functions to plan and implement respiratory care;
