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Human Body Anatomy
Biochemistry
100
What is the DPT degree?
Doctor of Physical Therapy
100
Nephrology is the study og
the kidneys
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

Name 3 out of 4 of the major macromolecules?

Proteins, Lipids, Carbohydrates, and Nucleic Acids

200

What does it mean to be a BSN? RN? APRN? NP?

BSN= Bachelor of Science in Nursing RN= Registered Nurse NP= Nurse Practitioner

200
What is a hematoma?
A solid swelling of clotted blood within the tissues?
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 is the largest internal organ in the human body?

Liver

200
Waxes, Fats, and Oils are classified as?
Lipids
300
What is an otologist and what is their job?
They specialize in medical and surgical treatment of dizziness, hearing loss, and tumors of the ear.
300
The inability to speak, or impairment of speech is called
Aphasia or Dysphasia
300

What is a pathologist?

A pathologist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases by studying tissues and other bodily materials: 

300
What is the superficial layer of skin called?
The epidermis
300
A bond formed by the transfer of electrons
An ionic bond
400
What is another name for an otolaryngologist?
Ear, Nose, and Throat specialist - ENT.
400

What do the suffixes prefixes hyper and hypo mean?

hyper = above normal

hypo = below

400

What is the career path to becoming a medical doctor? Name all of the 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 a rheumatologist?
A specialist who treats rheumatic diseases, or conditions characterized by inflammation, soreness and stiffness of muscles, and pain in joints and associated structures
500

What is the meaning of the word "blepharospasm"?

An involuntary tight closure of the eyelids?

500

Describe the path to becoming a PA

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

How many bones are in the adult human body?

206 bones

500

Proteins are synthesized by which organelle? 

ribosomes