A Doctor Who Has the Initials D

question 306

Multiple Choice

A doctor who has the initials D.D.S.after his/her name would be a specialist in the:

• A)teeth.
• B)lungs.
• C)heart.
• D)endocrine system.

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Definitions:

Apical

Pertaining to the apex or pointed end of a structure, often used to describe the location of a heart pulse point at the left side of the chest.

Hypertension

A chronic medical condition where the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently high, increasing the risk of heart, brain, kidney, and other diseases.

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels, measured as two numbers indicating pressure during heartbeats (systolic) and in between (diastolic).

Elevated Reading

A measurement or value that is higher than normal or expected, often indicating a potential issue or condition.