Medical Professions
What is the DPT degree?
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Which professional can prescribe medication? A psychologist or a psychiatrist?
A psychiatrist
Nephrology is the study of?
The kidneys!
What is the skin?
This largest organ of the human body acts as a protective barrier and helps regulate temperature.
Guess the song: "I got a feeling that tonight’s gonna be a good night, that tonight’s gonna be a good…"?
The Black Eyed Peas – I Gotta Feeling
What does it mean to be a BSN? RN?
BSN= Bachelor of Science in Nursing RN= Registered Nurse
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)
What is a hematoma?
A solid swelling of clotted blood within the tissues.
What are the series of wave-like muscle contractions that guide food down the esophagus?
Peristalsis
What is the Commitment to Underserved People (CUP) program?
This unique program at the UA College of Medicine helps students understand how social determinants impact healthcare by pairing them with underserved communities in Arizona
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.
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
Upwards of $95,000! Being a nurse practitioner is physically and emotionally demanding. You are constantly on call, working night and weekends.
The inability to speak, or impairment of speech is called?
Aphasia or Dysphasia
What is the superficial layer of skin called?
The Epidermis
Guess the song: "My loneliness is killing me, and I must confess, I still believe…"?
Britney Spears– Baby One More Time
What is a phlebotomist?
This medical professional specializes in drawing blood for tests, transfusions, research, or donations, ensuring proper handling and patient care during the process.
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
What do the suffixes -dynia and -algia mean?
Pain
What part of the brain controls balance, movement, and coordination?
The Cerebellum
This is the official mascot of the University of Arizona, often seen at games and events alongside Wilma Wildcat
Wilbur Wildcat
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.
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
What is hypertrophy?
This term refers to the abnormal enlargement of an organ or tissue due to an increase in the size of its cells, often seen in muscle growth or cardiac conditions.
What is the medulla oblongata?
This structure, located in the brainstem, controls vital functions such as heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure, making it essential for survival
Guess the song: "I can't lose when I'm with you, how can I snooze and miss the moment?"
SZA- Snooze