What do an RN and a Physical Therapist do?

Should I work as either an RN or respiratory therapist before becoming a Physician Assistant?

• Hi I'm a junior in high school right now and I'm starting to look at what I want to major in during college. I've decided that I want to become either an RN or respiratory therapist for a period of time to take care of the hours needed to be a Physician Assistant, get experience,and pay some student loans :/ Which career would be more beneficial to me in the long term? And what should I major in in college to become a respiratory therapist? Thanks for your help!:)

• Answer:

  Not really. You can become a PA with any degree. While getting your bachelors you need to work part time as an emergency medical technician as you will get real clinical experience. You can become an EMT by going to a community college 3 evenings a week for a semester. You will also learn how well you can stand the sight of blood.