Medical Professions
Medical Terminology
Career Paths
Human Body Anatomy
Biochemistry
100
What is the DPT degree?
Doctor of Physical Therapy
100

Neurology is the study of

the brain

100
Which professional can prescribe medication? A psychologist or a psychiatrist?
A psychiatrist
100
What is the largest bone in the human body?
The femur
100

What 2 subjects are combined in biochemistry?

Biology & Chemistry

200

What does it mean to be a NP?

NP= Nurse Practitioner

200

What is the full name for PTSD?

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
200
Approximately how many years does it take to become a practicing general dentist?
at least 8 years (4 years bachelor's degree, Dental Admission Exam, 4 years dental school)
200

What body system is the liver part of?

Digestive System

200
Waxes, Fats, and Oils are classified as?
Lipids
300

What is an oncologist and what is their job?

Physician/Doctor who specializes in cancer.
300
The inability to speak, or impairment of speech is called
Aphasia or Dysphasia
300

A nurse practitioner is paid on average a salary:

A) upwards of $40,000 B) downwards of $60,000 C) almost $80,000 D) upwards of $95,000

D) Upwards of $95,000! 

Being a nurse practitioner is physically and emotionally demanding. You are constantly on call, working night and weekends.

300

Where on your body is your skin the thinnest?

The eyelid

300
A bond formed by the transfer of electrons
An ionic bond
400

What is the common name for an OB/GYN doctor?

A gynecologist 

400

What does the suffix itis mean

Inflammation of

400

What is the career path to becoming a medical doctor? Name the necessary steps and how long each one takes.

1. 4 years bachelor degree 2. Take the MCAT 3. 4 years medical school 4. Become nationally licensed to practice 5. 3-8 years residency (6. possible fellowship, extra 3 years)

400
What part of the brain controls balance, movement, and coordination?
The cerebellum
400
Name the three subatomic particles
Neutrons, Protons, and Electrons
500

What is another name for an otolaryngologist?

Ear, Nose, and Throat specialist - ENT.

500

What is the meaning of the word "blepharospasm"?

An involuntary tight closure of the eyelids?

500
Describe the process/steps of becoming a physician's assistant
1. Earn a bachelors degree 2. Earn a master's degree with an accredited PA program 3. Pass the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE) 4. Can get additionally certified in a specialty to advance career
500

What is the most common blood type?

O+

500

What are the three fields of biochemistry?

Structural biology, enzymology, and metabolism

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