Fractured Healthcare Workers

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1. WORKED EXAMPLE: Nancy spent her day off playing games with her girls. She wondered just what her youngest had meant to say when the result of a Broken Telephone game came out "organic ridge or stirred dinners". What is Nancy's profession? ANSWER: Registered nurse (RIDGE OR STIRRED DINNERS) --------------------------- The jeweler was only too happy to show Dr. Bradd his latest conflict-free diamonds, and was particularly keen on pointing out just how brilliantly the facets shine in even the softest of light. What is Dr. Bradd's profession? Answer: (One word, nine letters)

2. While looking for a new pack of cards in the game store, Shelly came across a rather unique pyramid deck. But before she could complete the purchase, the clerk suddenly collapsed. Shelly, being suitably trained for such situations, promptly administered first aid. What is Shelly's profession? Answer: (One word, nine letters)

3. Having done his research, Phil dropped by the local health food store to pick up some vegetarian based estrogen products. "They're for my sis", he explained, when the clerk eyed him quizzically. What is Phil's profession? Answer: (One word, ten letters)

4. Never truly on vacation, Dr. Barnes stopped in to treat one of the other resort guests, who earlier happened to have stepped on a sea urchin at the beach. The good doctor was careful to remove the pedicellaria, a simple task for him given his medical background. What is Dr. Barnes' profession? Answer: (One word, seven letters)

5. Anna was excited to finally arrive at her winter cabin. This weekend away from it all would be a welcome respite from her demanding schedule as part of the surgical team. Opening the door, Anna sneezed the old lodge dust and realized just how long it had been since she'd taken a holiday. What is Anna's profession? Answer: (One word, sixteen letters)

6. Dan and Rick spend their summers restoring classic cars. Once restored, the partners spend extra time and take great pleasure in polishing the vehicles, and then Dan tests them on the local test track. Polishing their refits has been one of the highlights for Dan and Rick ever since they started their own practice together. What sort of professionals are Dan and Rick? Answer: (One word, eight letters)

7. Mario is as competitive as they come. So his team wasn't surprised when he yelled, "Ah, they beat us again!". But Mario was also the first to run up after the football friendly when one of his opponents injured his ankle. Unfortunately, Mario was sure it was fractured, but he was kind enough to offer to repair the injury himself. What is Mario's profession? Answer: (One word, eleven letters)

8. In preparation for his job interview at Vision International, and hoping to make a good impression, Carl set his alarm earlier than usual and woke up to shine his shoes. What is Carl's profession? Answer: (One word, eight letters)

9. Spencer, who has a penchant for using large words (a habit for which he undoubtedly has a very detailed explanation), travels whenever he gets the chance. Said Spencer regarding his travel experience: "Much to my chagrin, it invariably exacts a toll on my circadian cycle. I just cannot seem to inure myself appropriately to transmeridian peregrination". What is Spencer's profession? Answer: (One word, twelve letters)

10. Thomas was a fighter pilot in the Air Force, where he earned himself the nickname "Fly-boy Tom". These days, Thomas works in the medical field, after certifying top in his class. He's a hard worker and really good at what he does, so everyone knew he needed a break when "Fly-boy Tom" missed. So he decided to take his Cessna out for a spin. What is Thomas' profession? Answer: (One word, twelve letters)