Which health team member is responsible for diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries?
A)Physician
B)Nurse practitioner
C)RN
D)Physician's assistant

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Physicians are licensed medical professionals with the authority to diagnose and treat diseases and injuries. They have completed extensive education and training in medical science and patient care.

Answer: D) Physician's assistant 
 Physician's assistants work under the supervision of physicians and can diagnose and treat diseases and injuries in collaboration with the physician. They have completed a specialized educational program and are licensed and certified to practice medicine.

Note: Nurse practitioners (B) and RNs (C) both play important roles in the healthcare team and can diagnose and treat certain conditions, but they do not have the same scope of authority as physicians or physician's assistants.

Which Health Team Member Is Responsible for Diagnosing and Treating