What constitutes a violation of the Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner Act?

Practicing without a license constitutes a violation of the Texas Respiratory Care Practitioner Act because the Act clearly mandates that all respiratory care practitioners must be licensed to provide services. License requirements are in place to ensure that practitioners have the necessary education, training, and competence to deliver safe and effective care to patients. Engaging in respiratory care without a valid license not only undermines the integrity of the profession but also poses risks to patient safety, as unlicensed individuals may not have met the essential requirements to practice.

Other scenarios, while possibly concerning, do not inherently constitute a violation of the Act. For example, providing care without proper documentation may raise ethical or operational issues but does not directly challenge the legal requirement of licensure. Offering telehealth services or consulting remotely are increasingly accepted practices within the healthcare industry, provided that the practitioner holds the appropriate licensure and operates within the legal framework established for such services.