chapter 1

Question 1

the management of pain before, during, and after surgery.

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anesthesiology.

Question 2

the study, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions pertaining to the heart and circulatory system.

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cardiology.

Question 3

involves the use of ionizing radiation, x-rays, and specialized procedures such as computed tomography (CT) scans, positron emission tomography (PET), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ultrasound to produce diagnostic images.

Answer 3

diagnostic imaging (radiology)

Question 4

the study of the heart’s electrical patterns.

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electrocardiography

Question 5

the study of electrical activity of the brain.

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electroencephalography

Question 6

doctors and nursing staff specialize in the delivery of acute care for initial treatment of life-threatening or otherwise unplanned medical events.

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emergency department.

Question 7

the study, diagnosis, and treatment of hormone disorders.

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endocrinology.

Question 8

the general care of patients of all ages

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general medicine (family practice)

Question 9

the diagnosis and treatment of disorders associated with elderly patients.

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geriatrics

Question 10

the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the internal organs

Answer 10

internal medicine.

Question 11

the study, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders associated with newborns.

Answer 11

neonatology

Question 12

the study, diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the kidneys

Answer 12

nephrology

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the study, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the brain and nervous system

Answer 13

neurology

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the imaging and treatment of tumors using injectable radionuclides

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nuclear medicine.

Question 15

responsible for ensuring that patients receive proper nutritional intervention during and after their hospital stay

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nutrition and dietetics

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the study, diagnosis, and treatment of the female reproductive system

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obstetrics/gynecology

Question 17

enables people to perform meaningful and purposeful actvities within the limits of a disability

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occupational therapy

Question 18

enables people to perform meaningful and purposeful activities within the limits of a disability

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occupational therapy

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enables people to perform meaningful and purposeful activities within the limits of a disability

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occupational therapy

Question 20

the study, diagnosis, and treatment of malignant tumors

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oncology

Question 21

the diagnosis and treatment of bone and joint disorders

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orthopedics

Question 22

the study and diagnosis of disease

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pathology

Question 23

the diagnosis and treatment of disorders associated with children

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pediatrics

Question 24

ensures the safe and effective use of therapeutic drugs

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pharmacy

Question 25

rehabilitative science that focuses on the development, maintenance, and restoration of maximum movement and functional ability

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physical therapy

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the study and treatment of mental disorders

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psychiatry

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the assessment and treatment of breathing disorders

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respiratory therapy

Question 28

uses operative techniques to investigate and treat a pathological condition or to improve bodily function or appearance.

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surgery

Question 29

the study, diagnosis, and treatment of male and female urinary tract disorders and disorders of the male reproductive system

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urology

Question 30

the study, diagnosis, and treatment of male and female urinary tract disorders and disorders of the male reproductive system

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urology

Question 31

greet and assist outpatients needing laboratory services

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medical office staff

Question 32

prepare pathologist-dictated reports

Answer 32

medical transcriptionists

Question 33

are phlebotomists trained to perform low-complexity testing or assist laboratory staff in other ways.

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medical laboratory assistants (MLAs)

Question 34

prepare small sections of surgical specimens for microscopic examination by a pathologist

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historic technicians(HTs)

Question 35

perform more complex functions of the histology lab and are responsible for the technical aspects of the histology lab as well as new procedure evaluation

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histologists (HTLs)

Question 36

perform microscopic examination of human cells in order to detect cancer and other diseases.

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cytologists(CTs)

Question 37

medical doctors who specialize in the study of disease, which include anatomic and clinical pathology

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pathologists

Question 38

examine surgically removed tissue samples and collect and examine autopsy specimens.

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pathologists' assistants (PAs)

Question 39

formerly called clinical lab technicians by some agencies, have a minimum of an associate's degree and can perform low-complexity and some moderately complex lab testing other than cytology and histology

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medical lab technicians (MLTs)

Question 40

formerly called clinical lab technicians by some agencies, have a minimum of an associate's degree and can perform low-complexity and some moderately complex lab testing other than cytology and histology

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medical lab technicians (MLTs)

Question 41

formerly called medical technologists or clinical lab scientists, have a min of a bachelors degree and can perform high-complexity testing other than cytology and histology

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medical lab scientists (MLSs)

Question 42

formerly called medical technologists or clinical lab scientists, have a min of a bachelors degree and can perform high-complexity testing other than cytology and histology

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medical lab scientists (MLSs)

Question 43

the investigation of human cells for the presence of cancer

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cytology

Question 44

the study of human body tissues and cells

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histology

Question 45

the evaluation of the chemical constituents of the human body

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clinical chemistry

Question 46

the study of blood and blood-forming tissues; it may also include evaluation of hemostasis (coagulation system)

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hematology

Question 47

involves collection and preparation of donor blood for transfusion

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immunohematology (blood bank)

Question 48

the study of the bodys resistance to disease and defense against foeign

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immunology and serology

Question 49

the study of medically significant microscopic organisms

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medical microbiology

Question 50

the detection and classification of disease states using molecular and DNA-based testing

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molecular diagnostics

Question 51

the examination of urine for physical, chemical, and microscopic characteristics

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urinalysis

Question 52

the detection and study of the adverse effects of chemicals on living organisms.

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toxicology