careers Flashcards

(30 cards)

1
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Identifies and treats disease that occur over a large population

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epidemiologist

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2
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Assist cross culture communication

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medical translator

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3
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Provides information to individuals on genetic disorders or inherited conditions

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genetic counselor

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4
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Operates on children

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pediatrician

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5
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Draws blood and prepares it for testin

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phlebotomist

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6
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Provides spinal manipulation for complimentary therapy

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chiropractor

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7
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Works with athletes with injuries during an athletic event

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athletic trainer

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8
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Assists physicians, initials are RN

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nurse

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9
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Prepares a body for a funeral

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mortician

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10
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Creates nutritional plans for patients

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dietitian

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11
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Puts patients to sleep for surgery

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anesthesiologist

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12
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Deals with hearing, and hearing loss of patients

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audiologist

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12
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Works with rehab and patients after an injury or surgery

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physical therapist

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13
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Creates and designs medical equipment

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biomedical engineer

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14
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Fills cavities, and treats disorders of the mouth

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dentist

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15
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Reads X-rays, ultrasounds to aide in diagnosis of patients

16
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Works with and treats animals

17
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Inserts needles to stimulate the flow of energy

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acupuncturist

18
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Creates artificial limbs for patients

19
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Uses the manipulation of muscles to aide in soreness of muscles

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massage therapy

20
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Alignment or straightening of the teeth

21
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Diseases and disorders of the mind; DOES NOT prescribe medication

22
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Identifies the diagnosis, procedures, and services. Provides codes for insurance companies

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Medical coder

23
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Dispenses medications on written orders from others who are authorized to prescribe medications

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Diseases and disorders of the mind, DOES prescribe medication
psychiatrist
25
Examines the eyes for vision problems. Prescribes glasses and lenses
optometrist
26
Disorders of the brain and nervous system
Neurologist
27
Works under supervision of a dentist, cleans your teeth
Dental hygienist
28
Provides basic care for medical emergencies, illness, and injury
EMT
29
Illnesses or injury in all age groups, another name for a doctor
Physician