A Patient Is Being Seen in the Emergency Department

question 24

Multiple Choice

A patient is being seen in the emergency department. The physician orders an x-ray of the patient's arm. Which department specializes in x-rays?

• A) ophthalmology
• B) orthopedics
• C) pathology
• D) radiology

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Definitions:

Psychological Interventions

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Cancer Prevention

Strategies and actions aimed at reducing the risk of developing cancer, including lifestyle changes, vaccinations, and preventive healthcare measures.

Skin Cancer

A form of cancer that begins in the cells of the skin, often due to overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun.

Light-Skinned People

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