Artificial intelligence in respiratory therapy: Opportunities and ethical challenges

•AI in respiratory therapy enables personalized treatment plans, improving patient outcomes. •Real-time monitoring by AI-powered ventilators enhances patient care and reduces workload. •Ethical challenges arise from potential biases in AI algorithms, impacting diagnoses and treatments. •Patient privacy must be safeguarded as AI tools gather sensitive health information. •Clinicians must remain accountable and trained in using AI tools effectively to ensure quality care.