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Which healthcare professional specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of hearing impairments?
Which healthcare professional specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of hearing impairments?
- Audiologist (correct)
- ENT Physician
- Speech Pathologist
- Clinical Psychologist
A patient experiencing a sudden, life-threatening condition would most likely be treated initially by which of the following allied health professionals?
A patient experiencing a sudden, life-threatening condition would most likely be treated initially by which of the following allied health professionals?
- Pharmacist
- Emergency Medical Technician (correct)
- Medical Technologist
- Occupational Therapist
Which professional is primarily involved in assisting individuals to improve their independence and participation in daily activities, especially when limited by physical or mental conditions?
Which professional is primarily involved in assisting individuals to improve their independence and participation in daily activities, especially when limited by physical or mental conditions?
- Speech Therapist
- Physical Therapist
- Occupational Therapist (correct)
- Recreational Therapist
If a student requires help with academic planning, career options, and personal issues, which professional is best suited to provide assistance?
If a student requires help with academic planning, career options, and personal issues, which professional is best suited to provide assistance?
Which health professional is responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health disorders?
Which health professional is responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health disorders?
A patient needs a device to assist with mobility due to a physical impairment. Which professional would be responsible for creating and fitting this device?
A patient needs a device to assist with mobility due to a physical impairment. Which professional would be responsible for creating and fitting this device?
In a hospital setting, which professional would most likely be responsible for analyzing bodily fluids to detect abnormalities that aid in diagnosing diseases?
In a hospital setting, which professional would most likely be responsible for analyzing bodily fluids to detect abnormalities that aid in diagnosing diseases?
Which healthcare provider focuses on promoting wellness through education and the development of positive health attitudes?
Which healthcare provider focuses on promoting wellness through education and the development of positive health attitudes?
A pregnant woman requires assistance during labor and delivery. Which healthcare professional specializes in providing this type of care?
A pregnant woman requires assistance during labor and delivery. Which healthcare professional specializes in providing this type of care?
Which professional is trained to provide direct patient care, administer medications, and assist with various medical procedures under the supervision of a physician?
Which professional is trained to provide direct patient care, administer medications, and assist with various medical procedures under the supervision of a physician?
To improve musculoskeletal health and alleviate pain through manual adjustments of the spine, one would seek the services of which professional?
To improve musculoskeletal health and alleviate pain through manual adjustments of the spine, one would seek the services of which professional?
Following a car accident, a patient needs immediate medical attention at the scene. Which healthcare professional is most likely to administer this care?
Following a car accident, a patient needs immediate medical attention at the scene. Which healthcare professional is most likely to administer this care?
Which of these professionals focuses on alleviating pain and promoting relaxation through the manipulation of soft tissues?
Which of these professionals focuses on alleviating pain and promoting relaxation through the manipulation of soft tissues?
An individual requires assistance with meal planning and nutritional strategies to manage a chronic illness. Which allied health professional should they consult?
An individual requires assistance with meal planning and nutritional strategies to manage a chronic illness. Which allied health professional should they consult?
A patient needs assistance with routine administrative and clinical tasks in a physician's office. Which role is best suited for this purpose?
A patient needs assistance with routine administrative and clinical tasks in a physician's office. Which role is best suited for this purpose?
Which professional dispenses prescription medications and offers advice on their safe and effective use?
Which professional dispenses prescription medications and offers advice on their safe and effective use?
A stroke patient requires assistance regaining motor skills. Which professional would be most appropriate?
A stroke patient requires assistance regaining motor skills. Which professional would be most appropriate?
An elderly patient requires modifications to their home to maintain their independence and safety. Which healthcare professional is most suited to assess these needs and recommend solutions?
An elderly patient requires modifications to their home to maintain their independence and safety. Which healthcare professional is most suited to assess these needs and recommend solutions?
What is the primary role of a health educator?
What is the primary role of a health educator?
Which healthcare profession involves fitting artificial parts for the human body?
Which healthcare profession involves fitting artificial parts for the human body?
Flashcards
Audiologist
Audiologist
Identifies and rehabilitates hearing impairments and related disorders.
Chiropractor
Chiropractor
Diagnoses and treats neuromuscular disorders, with emphasis on treatment through manual adjustment/manipulation of the spine.
Clinical Psychologist
Clinical Psychologist
Assesses, diagnoses, treats, and helps prevent mental disorders.
Dietitian/Nutritionist
Dietitian/Nutritionist
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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
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Guidance Counselor
Guidance Counselor
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Health Educator
Health Educator
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Massage Therapist
Massage Therapist
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Medical Assistant
Medical Assistant
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Medical Technologist
Medical Technologist
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Midwife
Midwife
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Nurse
Nurse
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Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapist
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Orthotist/Prosthetist
Orthotist/Prosthetist
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Paramedic
Paramedic
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Pharmacist
Pharmacist
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Study Notes
- Common allied health professionals practice in the Philippines with available education and professional training.
Allied Health Professions
- Audiologists identify and rehabilitate hearing impairments and related disorders.
- Chiropractors diagnose and treat neuromuscular disorders, with emphasis on treatment through manual adjustment or manipulation of the spine.
- Clinical psychologists assess, diagnose, treat, and help prevent mental disorders.
- Dietitians/Nutritionists promote good health through proper diet and treatment of diseases.
- Emergency Medical Technicians, also known as "ambulance technicians," respond quickly to any emergency and life-threatening situation to immediately treat serious injuries, physical or mental trauma to increase a patient's chances of survival.
- Guidance Counselors assist students with personal, family, education, and career decisions and concerns and help them develop job-finding skills and other life skills needed to prevent and deal with problems.
- Health Educators specialize in health education and promote the development of health knowledge, life skills, and positive attitudes toward the health and well-being of students.
- Massage Therapists perform the scientific manipulation of the soft tissues of the body for normalizing those tissues and use manual techniques that include applying fixed or movable pressure on affected parts of the body.
- Medical Assistants perform routine administrative and nontechnical clinical tasks in hospitals, clinics, and similar facilities under the direction of a physician.
- Medical Technologists perform tasks on body fluids that are not easily detected through physical examination.
- Midwives are professionals with the expertise and skills in helping women maintain healthy pregnancies, assist in or perform childbirth delivery, and help in women's recovery process through the postpartum period.
- Nurses are trained to provide care for people who are sick or injured, monitor patients' health, record symptoms, assist physicians during examinations and treatment, and administer medications.
- Occupational Therapists use purposeful activity and interventions to maximize the independence and health of clients limited by physical injury or illness, cognitive impairment, psychosocial dysfunction, mental illness, or learning disability.
- Orthotists/Prosthetists make and fit prosthetics or artificial parts for the human body.
- Paramedics give emergency medical treatment or assist medical professionals in emergency situations.
- Pharmacists prepare and dispense medication prescribed by licensed health professionals, provide information to patients regarding drugs, and consult with healthcare professionals on advances in drugs or medicine.
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