ARM 24.110.1028. AUTHORIZATION TO PERFORM PULMONARY FUNCTION TESTING

(1) Licensees may perform pulmonary function testing if the individual has passed any one of the following certification or registry examinations: (a) entry level respiratory therapist (CRT); (b) advanced level respiratory therapist (RRT); (c) entry level pulmonary function technologist (CPFT); or (d) advanced pulmonary function technologist (RPFT). (2) For purposes of this rule, the following definitions apply: (a) “clinical supervision” means the availability of a licensed respiratory care practitioner for purposes of communication and consultation; (b) “pulmonary function testing” means diagnostic procedures that, pursuant to the orders of a physician, may be performed only by or under clinical supervision of a licensed respiratory care practitioner or other licensed health care provider who has met the minimum competency standards.