7th Grade PLTW Activity 1.4

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The identification of an illness or other problem by examination of the medical evidence

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diagnosis

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A medicine that limits the growth of or destroys microorganisms

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antibiotics

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An expert in microbiology, the study of microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses

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microbiologist

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The use of practices and procedures to prevent contamination from pathogens.

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aseptic technique

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Gelatinous substance that provides the proper nutritional environment to promote the growth of microorganisms.

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agar

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Specialized clothing or equipment that an employee wears for protection against infectious materials (as defined by OSHA). This includes safety goggles, gloves, and laboratory aprons.

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personal protective equipment

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Group or sample expected to produce a positive result

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positive control

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Group or sample expected to produce a negative result

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negative control

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A medical practitioner specializing in children and their diseases

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pediatrician

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A clinical provider who is not a physician but who has undergone specialized education, training, certification, and licensure that allows them to provide some healthcare-related services, perform certain procedures, and prescribe some medications.

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advanced-practice providers