Name That Career
Pediatrician
The degree of hotness or coldness of a body or an environment
temperature
used for injections or drawing blood
syringes and needles
I am usually the first healthcare professional you see for a routine checkup. I diagnose illnesses, perform exams, and help keep you healthy.
What is a doctor?
A patient has a broken arm. The doctor needs to see the bones inside the body without making an incision. What technology should be used?
What is an x-ray?
a trained health care professional that knows how to prepare, mix, and give out prescription medicines
Pharmacist
symptom
A specific medical sign of a condition, illness or disease
Listens to heart, lung, and bowel sounds
stethoscope
I take X-rays and other medical images that help doctors see what's happening inside the body
What is a radiologic technician?
A patient has trouble breathing and a tight feeling in their chest after being around pollen. What condition might be causing these symptoms?
What is asthma?
A doctor that works with teeth and gums.
Dentist
The tummy area from the lower ribs to the pelvis
abdomen
Sanitizes stethoscopes and equipment between student uses
alcohol prep pads
I help people recover movement and strength after an injury, surgery, or illness
What is a physical therapist?
A patient has severe pain in the lower right side of their abdomen, along with nausea and fever. What condition might doctors suspect?
What is appendicitis?
Helps with basic daily tasks like bathing and eating.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
before birth
prenatal
Small, sharp surgical blade for cutting skin and tissue
scalpel
I help patients choose foods and create nutrition plans to improve their health
What is a dietician?
A patient suddenly has weakness on one side of their body and difficulty speaking. What medical emergency could these signs indicate?
What is a stroke?
A doctor that workson the heart.
Cardiologist
The expected outcome of a disease
prognosis
A flashlight with a built-in magnifying glass designed to look down dark tunnels without blocking your view (looks in ears and throat)
otoscope
I prepare patients for surgery, monitor them during procedures, and help keep them safe while they are put under.
What is an anethesiologist?
A patient has a disease that doctors suspect is caused by abnormal cells growing uncontrollably. A sample of tissue is sent to a lab for examination. What is the sample called?
What is a biopsy?