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100

Which health professional diagnoses illnesses, develops and manages treatment plans, and serves as a patient’s main healthcare provider?



Physicians Assistant

100

If a doctor tries to force a patient to take a certain medication, they are denying the patient’s right to…?



Refuse and accept treatment



100

How long does it take for someone to become an optometrist?

7-8 years

100

The most common symptom of Anorexia Nervosa is…

Abnormal weight loss.

100

____ is the rare disorder in which the blood doesn’t clot properly.

Hemophilia

200

Which health professional specializes in blood disorders?



Hematologist



200

What are common topics that doctors must keep confidential regarding patients in their teenage years (in non-severe situations)?



Mental illness, sexual activity, drug use

200

What inspired Mr. Dorfman to go into the field of optometry?

He always had an interest in the medical field, and optometry was an easier route to take.

200

Why did we have the case study meeting?



Case studies have future applications in Medical School and careers, help one’s understanding of Medical Terminology and topics, and give one “real life” experience and education.

200

Which blood type is known as the "universal recipient?"

AB

300

What does a nephrologist specialize in?



Kidney disorders



300

Which of the following doesn’t need to be told to a sick patient by their doctor?: 1)the nature of the illness 2)expected outcomes 3)results of specific tests 4)risks and benefits of treatment



Results of specific tests



300

What is the difference between ophthalmology and optometry?

Optometrists aren’t medical doctors; they cannot perform medical interventions for an eye condition.

300

What is the Amenorrhoea?

Abnormal absence of monthly menstruation. It can be an indicator for other diseases.

300

What enzyme is responsible for breaking down starches?

Amylase

400

What does a nurse practitioner do?



Nurse Practitioners are trained to assess, diagnose, 

order, and interpret medical tests, prescribe 

medications, and collaborate in the care of patients. 



400

What is HIPAA (what is stands for and description)?



Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act: reduces health care fraud and abuse, requires the protection and confidential handling of protected health information (PHI)



400

Name a piece of advice that Mr. Dorfman gave

Make sure that medicine is the right choice for you, stay determined, take biology classes, participate in extracurriculars having to do with medicine, etc.



400

Diclofenac can be used to treat… 



Joint pain, migraines and inflammation.

400

What does "CME" stand for in the medical field?

Chief medical examiner

500

What is the difference between an Anesthetist and an Anesthesiologist?





An anesthetist is a registered nurse trained to administer anesthesia and monitors vital signs and adjusts anesthesia during procedures. An anesthesiologist is a licensed medical doctor who specializes in administering anesthetics before, during, and after medical procedures. They are trained doctors who typically do not provide other medical or surgical care.

500

What theory states that there isn’t one right way to distribute organs, and that there are many ways someone can justify giving an organ to one individual over another?



Distributive justice theory



500

 What did Mr. Dorfman mention was the best part of his job?

Being able to take care of patients by providing them with means to see better while doing a job he loves.



500

A patient presents with the following symptoms: severe joint pains, and stiff joints. Give a general diagnosis for the patient, and recommended course of treatment.

Rheumatoid Arthritis. Course of treatment can be a further referral to a rheumatologist, x-ray test, or the administration of NSAIDS for pain. 



500

Typically, where in the heart is a pacemaker located?

Right atrium