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Chapter 2 Terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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. |