Healthcare Occupations

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Across
  1. 2. Treats neuromuscular disorders, primarily through manual adjustment and manipulation of the spine.
  2. 6. Draws blood from patients for tests, transfusions, research, or blood donations.
  3. 8. Advanced practice nurse who can diagnose, treat, and prescribe medication, often functioning as a primary care provider.
  4. 9. A first responder who provides emergency medical care and transports patients to a medical facility.
  5. 12. Helps injured or ill people improve movement, manage pain, and prevent further disability through targeted exercise and therapy.
  6. 13. Performs eye exams and vision tests, prescribes corrective lenses, and detects certain eye abnormalities.
  7. 14. Diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries, or deformities through operative procedures.
  8. 15. Assesses a patient's nutritional needs and develops an eating plan to manage a disease or promote health.
Down
  1. 1. Provides and coordinates patient care, administers medications, educates patients, and offers emotional support.
  2. 3. Dispenses prescription medications, advises patients on their proper use, and checks for potential drug interactions.
  3. 4. A specialist who determines the nature of a disease or condition from its symptoms.
  4. 5. Specializes in the diagnosis and medical or surgical treatment of foot, ankle, and lower leg problems.
  5. 7. Studies genes and heredity to understand and treat inherited diseases.
  6. 10. Examines, diagnoses, and treats diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth and mouth.
  7. 11. Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries; often specializes in a particular area of medicine (e.g., cardiology, pediatrics).