Paramedic Respiratory Therapist Embroidered patch

If you've come across my collection before then you probably know that I need more than generic representation in my designs, the mainstream ideas are like looking at a desk covered in white copy papers, it all blends in together. I say If it's important, make it stand out!

So I brainstorm and add in a flair of symbolism because these Licenses are important and deserve to be eye-catching! They are accomplishments that you made countless sacrifices for to transition into an elevated role, and now, after a lengthy, disciplined pursuit, there is a new and improved version of yourself to celebrate. Congratulations!

For the Paramedic Respiratory Therapist.
A white cross layered onto the Blue Star of Life to signify the practicing realms: In-Hospital and Out-of-Hospital care.

The Yellow Bird on a black patch, "Canary in the coal mine." History states that Miners would bring canaries with them into the Mines to identify poor air quality before it killed them. Essentially, the toxic fumes would cause the canary to stop chirping, and that would signal the Miners to evacuate. This unfortunate avian sacrifice was necessary at the time. The method was originally developed by the "Father of Oxygen Therapy", John Scott Haldane. Interestingly, canaries need large quantities of O2 to allow them to fly at high altitudes. They're built in a way that lets them get a bit of O2 when they breathe in AND out!

And to top off the design we have a red circle border to represent the countless ABG's in your future and the ultimate O2 transport system; hemoglobin. :-)

Respiratory conditions can get really complex, throw in the disease process, navigating trauma, air transport with altitude accommodations, to vent settings. Oof! Absolute respect to the provider who has obtained this dual license. Your expertise in critical airway isn't limited to rescuing patients; the staff that is panic paging you to the bedside breathe easier when they see you, too.

Thank you again for all that you do!
Congratulations on this great accomplishment.
With Great Respect,
-Annie

• 26% cotton, 74% polyester
• 3″ (7.6 cm) in diameter
Sew on Backing