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The administration of radioactive drugs and the operation detection instruments is performed by a ____

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Nuclear medicine technologist

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Bariatrics is the treatment of _____

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Obesity

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A graduate of a 3-year nursing program that is designed as a cooperative program between a community college and participating hospital is a(n)____

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Diploma graduate nurse

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Duties of the physician assistant include

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Taking a patients medical history, performing physical examinations, and performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures

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Which of the following healthcare professionals assists registered nurses and physicians by observing patients and reporting changes in their conditions

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Licensed practical nurse

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Reconstruction, correction, or improvement of body structures is performed by a(n) ____

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Plastic surgeon

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A professional who has studied the chemical and physical qualities of drugs and dispenses medication to the public is a ___

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Pharmacist

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A graduate of nursing program does not achieve the title of registered nurse until

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Passing the state board examination for licensure

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Using a radio communication network a(n) ____ medical technician works under the direction of a physician and is trained to triage patients and initiate appropriate treatment

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Emergency

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The ____ therapist helps patients to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following illness or injury

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Physical

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The term “primary care physicians” refers to

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Physicians who oversee patients long term healthcare

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Which health professional assists the psychiatric team by observing behavior and providing information to help in planning therapy

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Mental health technician

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Which of the following health professionals uses their eyes and hands to identify structural problems while supporting the body’s natural tendency toward health and self-healing

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Doctors of osteopathy

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Which of the following organization developed and established the safety requirements known as national patient safety goals

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The joint commission

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The specialty of obstetrics deals with pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum. It is often combined with ____. A practice that specializes in both is referred to as ob/Gyn

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Gynecology

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Outpatient care is also known as____ care because patients can walk into the facility in the morning! have tests or surgery! and go home in the afternoon

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Ambulatory

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Which of the following is the nations largest network of institutional healthcare providers

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American hospital association

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A radiologist is assisted by which of the following in taking x-Ray films

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Radiographer

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The primary purpose of the American board of medical specialties (ABMS) is

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To maintain and improve the quality of medical care and certify doctors in various specialties

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Which of the following healthcare professionals have 4-year degree and specialize in areas such as blood banking, microbiology, and chemistry

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Medical laboratory scientists

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Membership in a(n) ____ association enables you to become involved in the issues and activities relevant to your field

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Professional

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A healthcare professional who works with patients to help them attain maximum physical and mental health using therapies and activities is a(n) ___

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Occupational therapist

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The worlds largest publisher of scientific and medical information is the ____

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American medical association

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A medical assistant who assists in dialysis unit probably works with which of the following types of physicians

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Nephrologist

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An example of a disorder treated by an endocrinologist is___

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Hyperthyroidism

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Foods that have little or no processing before they are eaten are known as ____ foods

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Whole

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A physician who treats patients with cancer is a(n) ____

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Oncologist

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A healthcare professional who works under the direction of a physician and manages emergencies that occur away from the medical setting is a(n)___

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Emergency medical technician

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The minimum education level for a nurse practitioner is ____

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Masters degree

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Medical assistants are an integral part of the healthcare delivery ____ and therefore must have a working knowledge of the different specialties allied health professionals

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Team

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Which of the following specialties reads electrocardiograms (EKGs) for hospital laboratories

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Cardiologist

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Screening tests and drugs to ward off disease are commonly used in ____ care

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Preventive

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Routine tasks such as maintains patient profiles in a pharmacy’s computer are performed by a ___

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Pharmacy technician

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Disorders such as stuttering and hearing impairment are diagnosed and treated by a(n) _____

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Speech/language pathologist

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Which of the following organizations is dedicated to maintaining and elevating the standards of healthcare delivery through the evaluation and accreditation of healthcare organizations

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The joint commission

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Cara is a medical assistant who is interested in pursuing a career in medical coding, she tells you that she is a member of AAMA but she would like to find out a professional organization that is more closely with het career goals. Which professional organization would you recommend to cara

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American association of professional coders

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The branch of medicine that works to maintain the function of the musculoskeletal system is called

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Orthopedics

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Which of the following allied health professionals takes health histories, performs physical examinations, conducts screenings tests, and educates patients and families about disease prevention

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Independent nurse practitioner

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The branch of medicine that diagnoses and treats problems and disease of older adults is

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Geriatrics

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Physicians who treats patients of all ages with all types of illness are called ___ practitioners, general practitioners, or primary care physicians

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Family

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Which of the following is not a current healthcare trend

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Decrease in preventive care

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The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of problems and disease of older adults is ___

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Gerontology

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Benefits of membership in professional associations include continuing ___ and job networking opportunities

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Education

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On-the-job training qualifies this member of the healthcare team to perform direct patient care under the supervision of the nursing staff

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Nursing aide

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The study and recording of the electrical activity of the brain is called____

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Electroencephalography

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____ are medical specialists that deal with the medical and surgical treatment of obesity

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Bariatric surgeons

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The abbreviation for a licensed doctor of podiatric medicine is ___

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DPM

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The joint commission (tjc) is a u.s. Based organization that

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Maintains and elevates the standards of healthcare delivery through Credentialing and accreditation

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Which of the following individuals should Miguel contact to verify Cindy chens insurance

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Medical billing and insurance specialist

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Your patient is having treatments based on qi. Which healthcare professional is most likely performing the treatments

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Acupuncturist

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Which professional organization develops the national patient safety goals

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TJC

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Which professional would most likely be working outside of a healthcare facility

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Emergency medical technician/paramedic

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Which healthcare team member can work independently, performing examinations and treating common illness

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Nurse practitioner

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Which of the following is a trend in healthcare that has a direct effect on how medical assistants perform their job

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Increased use of technology and EHR

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What type of healthcare deals with patients who have terminal cancer or less than 6 months to live

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Hospice care

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A medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with conditions resulting from an unexpected medical crisis or accident is ___

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Emergency medicine

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A physician who diagnoses and treats diseases of the kidney, bladder, urinary system is a(n)_____

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Urologist

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An allied health professional who prepares frozen sections of dissected body tissues is a

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Pathologists assistants

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Which physician is also referred to as an ENT specialist

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Otorhinolaryngologist

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A(n) ____ health technician assists the psychiatric team by observing behavior and participating in group therapy and counseling sessions

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Mental

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A physician who diagnoses and treats diseases of the skin, hair, and nails is a(n)

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Dermatologist

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In acupuncture, the channels through which qi. Or life energy, flows are known as _____

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Meridians

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Which health professional uses therapies such as electricity, heat, cold ultrasound, massage, and exercise to restore function and relieve pain after injury

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Physical therapist

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A certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) is a registered nurse who___

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Has completed an additional program recognized by the American association of nurse anesthetists

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A healthcare professional who assists patients and families in the selection of food choices that provide adequate and balanced nutrition is a____

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Registered dietitian

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An allied health professional trained to draw for diagnostic laboratory testing is a

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Phlebotomist

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The term that refers to assessment of urgency and immediate medical needs of a patient is

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Triage

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A licensed practical nurse is not permitted to

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Perform some intravenous procedures

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The baby boom that occurred from 1946-1964 caused which of the following healthcare trends

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Increase in aging population

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Medical billed and ___ are responsible for abstracting medical information from medical records and preparing insurance claim forms

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Coder

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Internal subspecialties include all of the following except

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Otorhinolaryngology

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Which of the following physicians are considered generalists who treats all types and ages of patients

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family practitioners

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If you work for a family practice physician or group of physicians you may be responsible for arranging patient appointment with

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Specialists

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Physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to the internal organs are

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Internists

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A disorder related to the functioning of the stomach and intestines is tarred by a

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Gastroenterologist

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The AMA code of medical ethics is the most comprehensive ethics guide for ____

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Physicians

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A physician who studies the changes a disease produces in the cells, fluids, tissues, and processes of the entire body is a

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Pathologist

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Insurance companies refer to which group of physicians as primary care physicians

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Family practitioners and internists

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Which of the following statements is not true about electronic health records

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EHR is a major factor in the current trend toward preventive care

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Radiology is the branch of medical science that

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Uses x-Ray and radioactive substances to diagnose and treat disease

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A registered nurse who graduated from a2-year junior college nursing program is a

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Associate degree nurse

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Physicians who use their hands and medical instruments to diagnose and correct deformities and treat external and internal injuries or disease are

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Surgeons

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The treatment and preventative care of amateur and professional athletes is the subspecialty of ____ medicine

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Sports

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Which healthcare professional treats patients with asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, or pneumonia

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Respiratory therapist

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A physician who cares for pregnant women is called a

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Obstetrician

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A physician who diagnoses and treats physical reactions to substances such as mold, dust, fur, and pollen from plants or flowers is a

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Allergist

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