There are many different ways to learn medical terminology. We will be happy to make suggestions about other courses that may be more helpful to you. This course presents a study of medical terminology based on the principles of anatomy and physiology within the context of the body systems, thus providing relevance and increased comprehension. Prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, special endings, plural forms, abbreviations, and symbols are included. Word building system is used to learn word parts and forms the basis for constructing or analyzing new terms.
Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition, usage, and pronunciation.
Abbreviations, laboratory tests, normal values, and disease pathology will be introduced as related terms are presented. Spell and identify diagnoses and procedures common to each body system. Practice generally accepted pronunciations of medical terms. Use appropriate medical references to prepare documents. Identify acceptable abbreviations and initials used in medical reports.