Anatomy
What organ can you live without?
Gallbladder, appendix, spleen, tonsils and kidney
What kind of doctor specializes in the skin?
Dermatologist
How many years does it take to earn a bachelor's in nursing on average?
4
What infection causes inflammation of the appendix?
Appendicitis
When you see someone in need of help, what is the first thing that you should do?
Check the scene for safety
How many ribs do humans have?
24 (12 on each side)
True or false: nurses cannot switch specialties?
False
True or False: Doctors can practice unsupervised right after graduating from medical school.
False
What is a common tick-borne illness?
Lyme disease
What does CPR stand for?
What does the liver do?
processes blood, breaking down the nutrients and chemicals your blood carries
What kind of doctor specializes in the kidney?
Nephrologist
What medical professions do not require a college degree?
EMT, CNA, Medical Assistant
Lung cancer
What is the name of the maneuver performed when an adult is choking?
Where is the gallbladder located?
Beneath the liver
What medical personnel handles ventilators?
Respiratory therapist
How long is surgical residency?
5-7 years
What non-fatal condition mimics specific stroke symptoms such as facial drooping?
Bells Palsy
True or false: tourniquets (used to stop heavy bleeding) can only be applied to the legs and arms.
True
What is the main enzyme in the stomach?
Pepsin
Rheumatologist
How often do doctors have to be recertified?
Every 8 years
What is your condition called when you have chronic high blood pressure?
Hypertension
What drug is commonly given in the field to overdose patients?
Narcan (Naloxone)