This course is a continuation of Medical Terminology I with emphasis on principal diseases affecting body systems, abbreviations, laboratory and diagnostic terms and medications. Medical and laboratory terminology, anatomy of the circulatory system, interpersonal communication, laboratory safety, and laboratory clerical procedures are studied. HLT 107 - Women's Health Issues 3 credits This course focuses on the female reproductive anatomy and physiology as well as the various political, economic, cultural, and social issues impacting women and women's health. Common variations and pathology of the reproductive system are explained. Selected exercises to raise self-esteem, to maintain wellness and to improve communications are demonstrated and practiced.
Empowerment is emphasized.
The importance of personal experiences, societal values, and care giving roles will be examined. The material will be analyzed from the perspective that individuals will develop a greater appreciation of life and living through an examination of dying, death and bereavement. Various non-traditional, alternative, and complimentary therapies will be explored and practiced. Some of the healing therapies which will be included are massage, imagery and meditation, energy healing and therapeutic touch, tai chi and others. Emphasis will be on learning to accept responsibility for the caring of our health and the healing of our body.