Professions
The main difference between a Chiropractor and an Osteopath.
Chiropractors focus on the spine, joints, and muscles. Osteopaths are concerned with ALL bones, joints, and muscles.
Mixing medications with large amounts of alcohol causes this organ to work harder.
The liver.
The name for the liquid in the stomach that breaks down food.
Chyme.
On average, the heart beats __ times per minute.
70.
A fancy word for fingers and toes.
Difference between Pediatrics and Paediatrics
Nothing.
Alcohol mixed with this medication could cause stomach bleeding.
Asprin.
The 3 types of blood cells.
Red blood cells, white blood cells, plasma.
__% of body energy is used to power the brain.
20%.
Amylase, starches/carbohydrates.
Name one job in the neurology field.
Options:
neuroscience, neuroanatomist, neurobiologist, neurochemist, neurological surgeon, neurologist, neuropsychologist, neuroradiologist, psychiatrist
What does OTC stand for when referring to drugs?
Over The Counter.
What closes and seals off the lower airway during swallowing?
The epiglottis.
This system removes gaseous waste from the blood.
Respiratory system.
The four major lobes of the brain.
The frontal lobe, parietal lobe, occipital lobe, and temporal lobe.
In the word "orthopedic," what does "ortho" mean?
(Hint: It's from Greek "orthos")
When documenting medication, what form of time is used? (a way of telling time)
Military time.
3 bones in the arm
Humerus, radius and ulna
Most nutrient absorption during digestion takes place here.
The small intestine.
The largest bone in the human body.
Femur.
How long does it take to become a medical oncologist? (including residency and fellowship)
9 years.
What does Tylenol do to the body?
Reduces fever and relieves mild to moderate pain.
What exchanges gases in the lungs?
(Hint: the smallest part of the lungs)
Alveoli.
The heaviest gland in the human body. (3 pounds!)
(Hint: does not include skin)
Liver.
Another word for adrenaline.
Epinephrine.