Deck 25: Medical Careers

Question 1

The ____________________ performs both clerical and clinical functions under the supervision of a physician.

Answer 1

Medical assistant

Question 2

Education for the doctor of ____________________ emphasizes the overall body and the physiology of movement.

Answer 2

Osteopathy

Question 3

A normal vision reading is considered to be:

A) 20/25
B) 20/30
C) 20/20
D) 20/35
E) 20/40

Answer 3

20/20

Question 4

Oncology is the study of:

A) Vision
B) Bones
C) Muscles
D) Cancer

Question 5

____________________ are medical doctors who diagnose and treat diseases and injuries of the eyes.

Question 6

Surgical technologists:

A) Design, fit, and adapt lenses and frames based on an optical prescription
B) Assist during surgical procedures under the supervision of the surgeon and a registered nurse
C) Examine and test eyes to evaluate vision and detect diseases of the eye for referral to a medical doctor
D) Diagnose and treat diseases and injuries of the eye
E) Working under the direction of a physician, perform about 70% of the duties of the medical doctor

Question 7

____________________ examine and test eyes to evaluate vision and detect diseases of the eye for referral to a medical doctor.

Question 8

A medical career in the area of orthoptics focuses on:

A) The manipulation of the spine by hand
B) The science of vision using both eyes
C) Mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders
D) Incision into a vessel
E) A therapeutic approach to medicine

Question 9

Optometrists:

A) Design, fit, and adapt lenses and frames based on an optical prescription
B) Assist during surgical procedures under the supervision of the surgeon and a registered nurse
C) Examine and test eyes to evaluate vision and detect diseases of the eye for referral to a medical doctor
D) Diagnose and treat diseases and injuries of the eye
E) Working under the direction of a physician, perform about 70% of the duties of the medical doctor

Question 10

____________________ treat common foot disorders by using corrective devices, orthopedic shoes, surgery, and medication.

Question 11

A medical career in the area of psychiatry focuses on:

A) The manipulation of the spine by hand
B) The science of vision using both eyes
C) Mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders
D) Incision into a vessel
E) The therapeutic approach to medicine

Question 12

The podiatric assistant performs routine procedures such as:

A) Patient preparation
B) Equipment sterilization
C) Development of radiographs
D) General office duties
E) All of the above

Question 13

A medical career in the area of phlebotomy focuses on:

A) The manipulation of the spine by hand
B) The science of vision using both eyes
C) Mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders
D) Incision into a vessel
E) The therapeutic approach to medicine

Question 14

____________________ are eye muscle specialists who work under the direction of an ophthalmologist and who help the patient develop the ability to use both eyes together.

Question 15

Acceptance into medical school programs is determined by all of the following except:

A) Participation in leadership activities
B) State licensure
C) Participation in extracurricular activities
D) Excelling academically
E) All of the above

Question 16

____________________ design, fit, and adapt lenses and frames based on an optical prescription.

Question 17

Opticians :

A) Design, fit, and adapt lenses and frames based on an optical prescription
B) Assist during surgical procedures under the supervision of the surgeon and a registered nurse
C) Examine and test eyes to evaluate vision and detect diseases of the eye for referral to a medical doctor
D) Diagnose and treat diseases and injuries of the eye
E) Working under the direction of a physician, perform about 70% of the duties of the medical doctor

Question 18

The movement or manipulation of muscles and bones is called ____________________.

Question 19

A medical career in the area of osteopathy focuses on:

A) The manipulation of the spine by hand
B) The science of vision using both eyes
C) Mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders
D) Incision into a vessel
E) A therapeutic approach to medicine

Question 20

A chiropractic medical career focuses on:

A) The manipulation of the spine by hand
B) The science of vision using both eyes
C) Mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders
D) Incision into a vessel
E) A therapeutic approach to medicine

Question 21

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
Define visual acuity.

Question 22

Compare and contrast the two types of medical doctors, the doctor of medicine and the doctor of osteopathy.

Question 23

Match the numbered word below with the best definition.
a.A record of the electrical activity of the heart
b.Clearness or sharpness of perception
c.The capacity for sight
d.The area of medicine concerned with relieving pain during surgery
e.A period of training in a specific area under the supervision of a qualified health care practitioner
f.A physician who treats the feet
g.Pertains to the treatment of disease and injury with active intervention
h.The period of initial training under the supervision of a qualified practitioner
i.The study of the mechanical laws and their application to living organisms
j.Pertaining to the treatment of disease and injury with an emphasis on the relationship between the body organs and the musculoskeletal system
1.Acuity
2.Allopathic
3.Anesthesiology
4.Biomechanics
5.Electrocardiogram
6.Internship
7.Osteopathic
8.Podiatrist
9.Residency
10.Vision

Question 24

Research the development and implementation of the Snellen chart in measuring visual acuity.

Question 25

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
What is the role of the physician assistant?

Question 26

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
What is involved in a comprehensive eye examination?

Question 27

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
What are the educational and training requirements of a medical assistant?

Question 28

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
How are electrical currents in the heart measured?

Question 29

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
What are the two types of medical doctors?

Question 30

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
What are some areas of specialization in medicine?

Question 31

List the steps for answering the telephone in a medical facility.Why is proper and polite telephone etiquette important in a health care setting?

Question 32

When is it necessary to obtain an ECG recording on a patient?

Question 33

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
What are some duties of surgical technologists?

Question 34

____________________ assistants and technicians provide care to the ophthalmology patient by measuring vision, changing dressings, administering eye and oral medications, applying contact lenses, and assisting with specialized ocular tests.

Question 35

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
What are the duties of a medical assistant?

Question 37

What are the five body positions used for a patient during an examination? Chose one position and explain when it would be preferred over others.

Question 38

Write an expository describing the function of medical health care providers.

Question 39

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible.
What is the philosophy of osteopathic medicine?

Question 40

____________________ personnel extend the optometrist's capability by performing the routine tasks of vision care.

Question 41

What are steps taken by a health care worker when assisting with a patient exam? Why are these steps important?