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Module 1: Discussion
Terms from Chapter 2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| physician | a skilled health care provider who attended and graduated medical school |
| physician assistant (PA) | a midlevel health care provider who works under the license of a supervising physician; requires postgraduate training |
| nurse practitioner (NP) | a nurse with postgraduate training that serves as a midlevel health care provider; works under the license of a supervising physician |
| emergency medical technician (EMT) | specially trained in the emergency care of a patient before and/or during transport to medical facility |
| speech therapist | specially trained in evaluating and treating problems with speech and/or swallowing |
| occupational therapist | specially trained in evaluating and treating problems with performing daily activities at home, school, or work |
| physical therapist | specially trained in evaluating and treating physical impairments including disabilities or recovery from an injury |
| respiratory therapist | specially trained in treating patient's respiratory issues under the guidance of a health care provider |
| dietician | specially trained in evaluating the nutritional status of a patient and developing an appropriate diet plan |
| registered nurse | an advanced level nurse who has completed an associate's or bachelor's degree; often assists with patient care planning and patient education |
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