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1
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What is nursing?

A

A constantly evolving, highly specialized profession that encompasses
- health promotion
- health prevention
- care of the physically ill
- mentally ill
- disabled
- dying
Of all ages, communities, and health care settings.

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Complete the statement as follows:

The unique function of nurses ranges broadly from activities that contribute to the…. of a patient.

3 things.

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  • health
  • recovery
  • dignified death
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Complete the statement.

The unique function of nurses ranges broadly from activities that contribute to the health, recovery, and dignified death of a patient to the development of…

4 things.

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  • policy
  • research
  • advocacy
  • education
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Responsibilties and Work Description.

What does R.N. mean?

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Registered nurses

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Responsibilties and Work Description.

What are R.N.’s?

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They are advocates and health educators for patients, families, and communities.

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Responsibilties and Work Description.

What are the responsibilities of a nurse?

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  • conducting physical exams and collect detailed health care histories
  • collecting vital signs, draw blood, and order diagnostic tests
  • administering medications and other personalized treatments
  • coordinating care with a wide array of health care professionals and specialists
  • providing health promotion, counseling, and healthcare education to patients
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Identify the type of registered nurse being described below.

  • they form the largest group of nurses
  • provide bedisde nursing care; most are staff nurses
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Hospital Nurses

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Identify the type of registered nurse being described below.

  • usually are assigned to groups of patients who require similar nursing care
  • may supervise licensed practical nurses and assistants
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Hospital Nurses

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Identify the type of registered nurse being described below.

  • ONLY ones trained to administer complex treatments, such as starting intravenous fluids
  • manage conditions from fall/fracture recovery to Alzheimer’s disease
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Nursing Home Nurses

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Identify the type of registered nurse being described below.

  • assess resident’s needs, develop treatment plans, and superive practical nurses and assistants
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Nursing Home Nurses

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Identify the type of registered nurse being described below.

  • provide periodic services, prescribed by a physician, to patients at home
  • care for and instruct patients and their families
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Home Health Nurses

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Identify the type of registered nurse being described below.

  • care for a broad range of patients
  • must be able to work independently
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Home Health Nurses

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Identify the type of registered nurse being described below.

  • work in goverment and private agencies
  • instruct individuals and familes and other groups in health education, disease prevention, nutrition, child care, and home care of the sick or handicapped
  • arrange for immunizations, blood pressure testing, and other health screening
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Public Health Nurses

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Identify the type of registered nurse being described below.

  • care for patients who need constant attention
  • work directly for families on a contract basis or for a nursing or temporary help agency
  • provide services in homes, hopitals, nursing homes, and rehab centers
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Private Duty Nurses

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How do public health nurses differ from private duty nurses?

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Public Health Nurses:
- work in government or private agencies
- work with community leaders, other personnel that are apart of community health education

Private Duty Nurses:
- work directly for families on a contract basis or temporary help agencies
- care for patients who need constant attention

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Identify the type of registered nurse being described below.

  • assist physicians in private practice, clinics, surgicenters, EM centers, and HMOs
  • prepare patients for, and assist with examinatons, injections and medications, dress wounds and incisions, maintain records
  • perform routine laboratory and office work
A

Office Nurses

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Identify the type of registered nurse being described below.

  • provide nursing care at work sites to employees, customers, and others with minor injuries and illnesses
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Occupational Health or Industrial Nurses

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Identify the type of registered nurse being described below.

  • provide emergency care, prepare accident reports, and arrange for further care if neccessary
  • identify potential health or safety problems
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Occupational Health or Industrial Nurses

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Identify the type of registered nurse being described below.

  • associated with direct nursing activities
A

Head Nurses or Nurse Supervisors

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Identify the type of registered nurse being described below.

  • plan work schedules and assign duties to nurses and aides, provide or arrange for training, and visit patients, and observe nurses to ensure that acre is properly carried out
  • ensure that records and budgets are maintained and that equipment and supples are ordered
A

Head Nurses or Nurse Supervisors

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Identify the type of registered nurse being described below.

  • provide basic primary health care
  • diagnose and treat common acute illnesses and injuries
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Nurse Practitioners

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Identify the type of registered nurse being described below.

  • advanced practice nurses that have met higher educational and clinical practice requirements beyond the basic nursing education and licensing required of all R.N.’s
A

Advanced Practice Nurses

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Nurses | Work Environment

How would you describe the usual and expected indoor environment of nurses?

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  • well-lighted
  • comfortable
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What does ECG mean?

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Electrocardiogram

It helps record the electrical signals in the heart

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What does MRI mean?

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Uses radio waves.

It produces detailed images of almost every internal structure in the human body, including the organs, bones, muscles and blood vessels

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What does CT (Scan) mean?

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Computerized Tomography

Less thorough than MRIs.

It take a fast series of X-ray pictures, which are put together to create images of the area that was scanned.

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Nurses | Work Environment

In general, what do nurses need due to the amount of time walking and standing they have to do everyday?

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Physical Stamina

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Nurses | Work Environment

What are required of nurses to have to be able to cope with human suffering and frequent emergencies?

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Emotional stability

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Nurses | Work Environment

True or false: Nurses work closely with, but subordinate to, physicians.

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True

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Unlike staff nurses who usually have to work overtime, which nurses are more likely to work regular hours?

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  • office nurses
  • occupational/industrial nurses
  • public health nurses
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Educational Requirements

What degree program should aspiring nurses pursue?

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Bachelor of Science in Nursing
BSN

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Educational Requirements

How many years does BSN go long for?

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4 years

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Educational Requirements

What are the four main components of the course BSN?

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  • health promotion
  • disease prevention
  • risk reduction
  • health restoration
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Educational Requirements

Which senior high school strand is recommended for aspiring nurses?

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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
STEM

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Educational Requirements

True or false: Nursing doesn’t include liberal arts classes.

A

False.

They do.

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Nursing Education

What courses do students take for nursing?

A
  • Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Microbiology
  • Chemistry
  • Nutrition
  • Psychology
  • Other Behavioral Sciences
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Educational Requirements

During which part of the program of BSN are students required to do an OJT?

A

The fourth year of the program.

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Educational Requirements

Which board exam is taken by student nurses who wish to be licensed in their profession?

A

Nurse Licensure Exam

Regulated by the PRC

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Traits and Character

What main traits should nurses possess?

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  • responsible
  • accountable
  • independent
  • sympathetic
  • good-listener
  • critical-thinker
  • has good judgement
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40
Q

Complete the statement as follows:

A dental professional’s job, no matter which position, is to…

A

ensure that patients are comfortable and confident that they are receiving excellent dental care

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What are key skills that are neccessities among dentists?

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  • dexterity
  • precision/attention to detail
  • eye-hand coordination
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Work Description | Dentistry

What do dentists do in general?

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  • diagnose
  • prevent
  • treat
    teeth and tissue (gum) problems
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43
Q

Identify the specific dental speciality described below.

correction of teeth placement and facial structures

A

Orthodontics

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44
Q

Identify the specific dental speciality described below.

surgery of the mouth and jaws

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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

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45
Q

Identify the specific dental speciality described below.

dentistry for infants through adolescents

A

Pedodontics/Pediatric Dentistry

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46
Q

Identify the specific dental speciality described below.

gum and suuporting structure treatment

A

Periodontics

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47
Q

Identify the specific dental speciality described below.

treatment with artificial teeth or dentures

A

Prosthodontics

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48
Q

Identify the specific dental speciality described below.

root canal and related therapy

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Endodontics

49
Q

Identify the specific dental speciality described below.

community dental health

A

Public Health Dentistry

50
Q

Identify the specific dental speciality described below.

investigating the cause, process and effect of dental disease

A

Oral Pathology

51
Q

Dentistry | Work Environment

Most dental offices are open….

A
  • five days per week
  • some have evening hours
52
Q

Dentistry | Work Environment

Dentists usually work this many hours a week.

A

42 hours

53
Q

Educational Requirements

What degree program is designed to prepare aspiring dentists for the profession?

A

Doctor of Dental Medicine
DMD

54
Q

Educational Requirements

How many years does DMD take to accomplish?

A

4 years

55
Q

Educational Requirements

What type of degree program is DMD?

A

- it is a graduate program
- requires a 2-year pre-dentistry course and have any medical-related Bachelor’s degree program

56
Q

Educational Requirements

How many years does DMD have their internships program last for?

A

(During its last) two years.

57
Q

Educational Requirements

What is the name of the board examination that should be undergone by student dentists to become licensed?

A

Dentistry Board Examination

58
Q

Educational Requirements

What do they do after passing the Dentistry Board Exam?

A
  • they choose a specialization
  • undergo a two-year residency program for it
  • pursue a post-doctoral or a master’s degree
59
Q

Responsibilities and Work Description | BSMT

What does MLS stand for?

A

medical laboratory scientist

60
Q

By what other name are MLS also known as?

A

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

61
Q

Responsibilities and Work Description | BSMT

What do medical technologists do?

A
  • analyze a variety of biological specimens
  • perform scientific testing on samples
  • relay test results to physicians
  • utilize laboratory equipment
  • perform differential cell counts
62
Q

Responsibilities and Work Description | BSMT

Around what percentage do all subsequent medical decisions rely on the results provided by medical technologists?

A

60% - 70%

63
Q

Complete the following statement as follows:

Medical laboratory scientists collaborate very closely with physicians and medical laboratory technicians in…

A
  • diagnosing and monitoring disease processes
  • monitoring the effectiveness of therapy
64
Q

Enumerate.

What are the responsibilities and duties of medical laboratory scientists?

A
  • examining and analayzing biological specimens
  • relaying test results to physicians
  • utilizing high-precision laboratory equipment
  • cross matching blood for transfusion
  • monitoring patient outcomes
  • performing differential cell counts looking for abnomral cells (to aid diagnosis of anemia and leukemia)
  • establishing quality assurance programs
  • overseeing the work of a medical laboratory technician
65
Q

Identify which area of specialization is being described below.

the chemical analysis of body fluids

A

Clincal Chemistry

66
Q

Identify which area of specialization is being described below.

the collection and preparation of blood products for transfusion

A

Blood Bank Technology

67
Q

Identify which area of specialization is being described below.

the study of human body cells

A

Cytotechnology

68
Q

Identify which area of specialization is being described below.

the study of blood cells

A

Hematology

69
Q

Identify which area of specialization is being described below.

the study of human tissue

A

Histology

70
Q

Identify which area of specialization is being described below.

the study of bacteria and other microorganisms

A

Microbiology

71
Q

Identify which area of specialization is being described below.

the study of the human immune system

A

Immunology

72
Q

Medical Technology | Work Environment

True or false: Clinical laboratory scientists are trained to work with infectious specimens.

A

True

73
Q

Medical Technology | Work Environment

Laboratories that are to be used should be:

A
  • well-lighted
  • clean
74
Q

Educational Requirments

What degree program is suited for aspiring medical techologists?

A

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
BSMT

75
Q

BSMT-related.

True or false: In addition to basic science, many programs offer or require coursework in management, business, and computer applications

A

True

76
Q

Complete the statement as follows:

Masteral degree programs in medical technology and related clinical laboratory sciences provide training for specialized areas of…

A
  • teaching
  • administration
  • research
77
Q

Educational Requirments | BSMT

Which senior high school strand is recommended for aspiring BSMT students?

A

STEM

78
Q

Enumerate.

Name the five program outcomes for BS in Medical Technology.

A
  • Perform technical clinical laboratory tests in aid of diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases accurately
  • Think analytically and critically in the workplace
  • Participate in improving the health care management system by engaging in the collection, analysis, and projection of health information
  • Apply medical technology research skills and methodologies
  • Abide with ethical practices and standard procedures of the profession
79
Q

Educational Requirments | BSMT

Do BSMT students get to do an OJT?

A

Yes, during the fourth year of their program.

80
Q

What are the key aptitudes that medical technologists should possess?

A
  • strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • high-level of integrity and responsiblity
  • good organizational skills
  • accuracy, dependability, ability to work under pressure
  • detail-oriented
  • proficient in mechanical, electronic, and computer skills
81
Q

This branch of medicine is one of the oldest healing arts.

A

Veterinary Medicine

82
Q

True or false: Veterinary medicine is solely involved in animal health.

A

False.

It is involved in BOTH animal and human health.

83
Q

Job Description | Veterinary Medicine

What does the veterinary profession encompass in general?

A

Among animal patients, they….
- diagnose
- perform surgery
- perscribe and administer medicine and drugs

84
Q

Identify which specific veterinary work description is described below.

It encompasses the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of pet diseases, commonly found in dogs and cats.

A

Companion animal medicine

Services are provided in animal hospitals or clinics.

85
Q

Identify which specific veterinary work description is described below.

They specialize in the health care of cattle, poultry, swine, fish, and sheep.

A

Food animal veterinarians

Advises on proper care and management of livestock.

86
Q

Identify which specific veterinary work description is described below.

They inspect food, investigate outbreaks of disease, and work in scientific laboratories.

A

Regulatory medicine or public health

87
Q

What do you call a veterinarian who has competed additional training in a specific area of veterinary medicine and has passed an examination in that said area?

A

Veterinary specialist

88
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

They focus on making sure animals feel less or no pain associated with veterinary procedures

A

Anesthesia

89
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

They have specialized training and experience in animal welfare.

A

Animal welfare

90
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

They have additonal training in animal behavior.

A

Animal behavior

91
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

Veterinarians who perform procedures on animals’ teeth.

A

Dentistry

92
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

Veterinarians who study diseases and conditions of the skin.

A

Dermatology

93
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

The “ER docs” and intensive care specialists.

A

Emergency and Critical Care

94
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

Includes the specialties of cardiology, neurology, and ontology.

A

Internal Medicine

95
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

They work in research or in practice, making sure that laboratory animal species (rabbits, rats, mice, etc.) receive proper care.

A

Laboratory Animal Medicine

96
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

Veterinarians who study viruses, bacteria, fungi, etc.

A

Microbiology (ist)

97
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

They make sure that animals’ diets meet their body’s needs for nutrients

A

Nutrition

98
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

Veterinarians studying diseases and conditions of the eye.

A

Ophthalmology

99
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

They study disease in animals.

A

Pathology

100
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

These veterinarians study how medications/drugs affect animals.

A

Pharmacology

101
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

Vets who work with chickens, turkeys, and/or ducks, usually in food production settings.

A

Poultry Veterinarians

102
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

Vets who study how diseases are spread and how they can prevented.

A

Preventive Medicine

103
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

Vets who focus on the study of X-rays, ultrasound, CT scans, and MRIs in animals.

A

Radiology

104
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

They focus on returning animals to normal function after injury, lameness, illness or surgery.

A

Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

105
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

Vets who specialize in performing surgery:
- Orthopedics: skeletal system
- Soft Tissue Surgery: non-bone tissues

A

Surgery

106
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

Veterinarians who specialize in animal reproduction.

A

Theriogenology

107
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

Vets who study the effects of poisons and other toxic products on the body.

A

Toxicology

108
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

These vets have additonal training and expertise certain animal practices.

A

Veterinary Practitioners

109
Q

Identify the area of veterinary specialization described below.

Vets who work with zoo animal species.

A

Zoo Medicine

110
Q

Where do veterinarians usually treat pet animals?

A

Hospitals and clinics

111
Q

Work Environment | Veterinary Medicine

One-third of fulltime workers spend up to how many hours on the job?

A

50 hours

112
Q

What course is taken by aspiring vets?

A

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
DVM

113
Q

How long (in years) does the DVM program go for?

A

6 years

114
Q

Complete the statement .

The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) is a six-year graduate degree program consisting of a… - year preparatory program (pre-vet) and a… -year proper cirriculum.

A

- 2-year preparatory program
- 4-year proper cirrciulum

115
Q

Enumerate.

Name the types of animals under the scope of care by veterinarians.

A
  • companion animals (domestic)
  • exotic animals (zoo)
  • farm animals
116
Q

Enumerate.

What are the program outcomes for DVM graduates?

A
  • Discuss the biological principles and mechanisms underlying animal health and diseases
  • Apply diagnostic methods and interpret results for accurate disease diagnosis
  • Prescribe medications and implement treatment to remedy diseases, ailments, and abnormalities of animals
  • Apply various principles and mechanisms to prevent and control animal diseases and other related problems
117
Q

Complete the statement.

A student of the DVM program needs to complete two sets of practical exposure, these are…

A
  • internship
  • field experience
118
Q

What are key aptitudes that veterinary professionals must possess?

A
  • animal handling skills
  • interpersonal skills
  • good manual dexterity
  • practical and analytical

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