Emergency Room Doctor: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Did you know?
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Emergency room doctors often work through the night, so the hospital is busy and bright even when the rest of the town is asleep!
Through history
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Long ago
People who were hurt or sick were once cared for at home by family and helpers. Over time, special places were built to help people quickly.
Tools of the trade
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Stethoscope
A stethoscope helps the doctor listen to your heart and your breathing. It is like a tiny microphone for your body!
A day in the job
- Start of the shiftThe doctor says hello to the nurses and reads about the people who came in during the night. Then the team gets ready for the day.
Words to know
- X-ray
- An X-ray is a special picture that lets doctors see inside the body, like the bones. It helps them know how to help you.
Quiz time
An emergency room doctor only helps people with big, scary problems.