careers Flashcards

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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

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radiologist

16
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Works with and treats animals

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veterinarian

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

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prosthesis

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

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orthodontist

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

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psychologist

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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pharmacist

24
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Diseases and disorders of the mind, DOES prescribe medication

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psychiatrist

25
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Examines the eyes for vision problems. Prescribes glasses and lenses

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optometrist

26
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Disorders of the brain and nervous system

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Neurologist

27
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Works under supervision of a dentist, cleans your teeth

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Dental hygienist

28
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Provides basic care for medical emergencies, illness, and injury

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EMT

29
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Illnesses or injury in all age groups, another name for a doctor

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Physician