Health Care Systems and Settings

Question 1

General Practitioners

Answer 1

Medical doctors who treat acute and chronic illnesses and provide preventive care and health education to patients

Question 2

Family practitioners

Answer 2

Medical doctors who offer care the whole family, from newborns to older adults.

Question 3

Internists

Answer 3

Medical doctors who provide comprehensive care of adults, often diagnosing and treating chronic, long-term conditions

Question 4

Allergists

Answer 4

Evaluate disorders and diseases of the immune system

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Anesthesiologists

Answer 5

Manage pain or use sedation during surgical procedures

Question 6

Cardiologists

Answer 6

Specialize in diagnosing and treating disease or conditions of the heart and blood vessels

Question 7

Dermatologists

Answer 7

Specialize in conditions of the skin

Question 8

Endocrinologists

Answer 8

Specialize in hormonal and glandular conditions.

Question 9

Gastroenterologists

Answer 9

Specialize in managing diseases of the gastrointestinal tract

Question 10

Gynecologists

Answer 10

Specialize in the female reproductive system and fertility disorders

Question 11

Hematologists

Answer 11

Deal with blood and blood-producing organs

Question 12

Hepatologists

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Specialize in the study of body parts such as the liver, biliary tree, gallbladder, and pancreas

Question 13

Neonatologists

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Specialize in the care of newborns

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Nephrologists

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Specialize in kidney care and treating diseases of the kidneys

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Obstetrician

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Specialize in the care of women during and after pregnancy

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Oncologists

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Specialize in the treatment and care of patients who have cancer

Question 17

Ophthalmologists

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Specialize in eye conditions

Question 18

Orthopedists

Answer 18

Specialize in bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments

Question 19

Otolaryngologists

Otorhinolaryngologists

Answer 19

Specialize in the ear, nose and throat

Question 20

Neurologists

Answer 20

Specialize in the nervous system

Question 21

Pathologists

Answer 21

Specialize in body tissues, blood, urine, and other body fluids to diagnose or trat medical conditions

Question 22

Pediatricians

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Specialize in newborn, infant, child, and adolescent health care

Question 23

Radiologists

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Specialize in the use of x-rays, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging to detect abnormalities throughout the body

Question 24

Urologists

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Specialize in disorders of the urinary tract

Question 25

Urgent cares

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Provide an alternative to the emergency department. They cost less, have a shorter wait time, and are often conveniently located.

Question 26

Laboratory services

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Perform diagnostic testing on blood, body fluids, and other types of specimens to conclude a diagnosis for the provider.

Question 27

Diagnostic imaging

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Machines such a x-rays, ultrasounds, MRI and CT

Question 28

Occupational therapy

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Assists patients who have conditions that disable them developmentally, emotionally, mentally or physically

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Physical therapy

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Assists patients in regaining mobility and improving strength and range of motion.

Question 30

Acupuncture

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Involves pricking the skin or tissues with needles to relieve pain and treat various physical, mental, and emotional conditions

Question 31

Chiropractic

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Medicine that diagnoses and treats mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, particularly the spine

Question 32

Energy therapy

Answer 32

Is the calm method of clearing cellular memory through the human energy field promoting health, balance and relaxation.

Question 33

Dietary supplements

Answer 33

Contain one or more dietary ingredients including minerals, vitamins, herbs, or other botanicals

Question 34

American Red Cross

Answer 34

Community service organization that provides general assistance during times of crisis such as floods, hurricanes, fires or other natural disasters

Question 35

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

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Provides immunizations and other health services for people who lack the necessary insurance coverage

Question 36

Centers for Disease control (CDC)

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Responsible for tracking the origin and spread of diseases and preventing further occurences

Question 37

Child Protective Services

Answer 37

Focuses on protecting children who are experiencing neglect, abuse, or dangerous home situations.