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Chapter 2 Terms
Term | Definition |
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Respiratory Therapist | Specially trained in treating patients respiratory issues. |
Pathologist | A physician with special training in both evaluating the causes and effects of disease and in laboratory medicine. |
Radiologist | A physician specially trained in evaluating images of the body to diagnose illness or injury. |
Registered nurse (RN) | An advanced level nurse who has completed an associate's or bachelor's degree. |
Medical assistant | Trained to carry out basic administrative and clinical tasks under the guidance of a health care provider. |
Nurse practitioner (NP) | A nurse with postgraduate training that serves as a midlevel health care provider. |
Occupational therapist | Trained in evaluating and treating problems with performing daily activities at home, work, or school. |
Speech therapist | Specially trained in treating problems with speech and trouble swallowing. |
Dietician | Trained in evaluating nutritional status of a patient and developing an appropriate diet plan. |
Surgeon | Physician that is qualified to treat patients surgically. |