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Medical Terminology
MEDTERM101 | 3 Credits
Medical Terminology will give you the language you need to be successful in medicine. You’ll get an introduction to elements of medical terminology, how to apply proper terminology to describe the human body, and build out your vocabulary on major pathological conditions.
Professor: Dr. L
About This Course
What You’ll Learn
Our Medical Terminology online course introduces you to elements of medical terminology, like the etymology of words used to describe the human body. Learn how to apply the proper terminology and spelling for major pathological conditions.
- Define medical terms by evaluating and analyzing their word parts.
- Develop the ability to accurately pronounce, spell, and use medical terms in real-world healthcare contexts.
- Gain proficiency in breaking down and understanding complex medical terms, including word roots, prefixes, and suffixes.
- Distinguish common medical abbreviations and acronyms.
- Interpret medical terms that apply to body systems, diagnosis, disease, and treatment accurately.
- Apply acquired knowledge to communicate effectively with patients and other healthcare professionals.
- Explore anatomical and physiological terminology to comprehend the structure and function of the human body.
- Study common diseases, conditions, and treatment procedures and their related medical terminology.
- Understand the ethical and responsible use of medical terminology to avoid miscommunication, errors, and potential patient harm.
- Develop critical thinking skills to deduce the meanings of unfamiliar medical terms and stay current with evolving healthcare language.
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Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to take Medical Terminology.
Course Text
The required eTextbook for this course is included with your course purchase at no additional cost.
- Bostwick, Paula. Medical Terminology: Learning Through Practice, 2nd edition. McGraw-Hill, 2024. ISBN: 9781264898992
Course Checkpoints
Learning Terminology, Word Roots, and Combining Forms
- The Language of Medicine
- Spelling and Pronunciations of Medical Terms
- Forming Medical Terms
- Word Roots and Combining Forms
- Pluralizing Terms
- Using Medical Terminology and Its Different Forms
Prefixes
- Prefixes
- Prefixes Related to Size and Quantity
- Prefixes Related to Position or Location
- Prefixes Related to Time
- Prefixes Related to Presence or Quality
- Additional Miscellaneous Medical Prefixes
Suffixes
- Suffixes
- Suffixes Related to Sensation and Feelings
- Suffixes Related to Body Processes
- Suffixes Related to Body Parts or Chemical Elements
- Suffixes Related to Surgical or Procedural Processes
- Suffixes Related to Pathology or Diagnosis
- Additional Miscellaneous Medical Suffixes
The Human Body: An Orientation
- Body Structure and Organization
- Body Cavities
- Directional Terms, Planes, and Regions
- Abbreviations
The Integumentary System
- Major Terms Describing the Structure and Function of the Skin and Body Membranes
- Word Building in the Skin and Body Membranes
- Diagnostic, Procedural, and Laboratory Terms
- Pathological Terms
- Surgical Terms
- Pharmacological Terms
- Abbreviations
The Musculoskeletal System
- Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System
- Word Building in the Musculoskeletal System
- Diagnostic, Procedural, and Laboratory Terms
- Pathological Terms
- Surgical Terms
- Pharmacological Terms
- Abbreviations
The Nervous System
- Structure and Function of the Nervous System
- Word Building in the Nervous System
- Diagnostic, Procedural, and Laboratory Terms
- Pathological Terms
- Surgical Terms
- Pharmacological Terms
- Abbreviations
The Sensory System
- Structure and Function of the Sensory System
- Word Building in the Sensory System
- Diagnostic, Procedural, and Laboratory Terms
- Pathological Terms
- Surgical Terms
- Pharmacological Terms
- Abbreviations
The Endocrine System
- Structure and Functions of the Endocrine System
- Word Building in the Endocrine System
- Diagnostic, Procedural, and Laboratory Terms
- Pathological Terms
- Surgical Terms
- Pharmacological Terms
- Abbreviations
The Blood
- Structure and Function of the Blood System
- Word Building in the Blood System
- Diagnostic, Procedural, and Laboratory Terms
- Pathological Terms
- Surgical Terms
- Pharmacological Terms
- Abbreviations
The Cardiovascular System
- Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular System
- Word Building in the Cardiovascular System
- Diagnostic, Procedural, and Laboratory Terms
- Pathological Terms
- Surgical Terms
- Pharmacological Terms
- Abbreviations
The Respiratory System
- Structure and Function of the Respiratory System
- Word Building in the Respiratory System
- Diagnostic, Procedural, and Laboratory Terms
- Pathological Terms
- Surgical Terms
- Pharmacological Terms
- Abbreviations
The Lymphatic System and Body Defense
- Structure and Function of the Lymphatic and Immune Systems
- Word Building in the Lymphatic and Immune Systems
- Diagnostic, Procedural, and Laboratory Terms
- Pathological Terms
- Surgical Terms
- Pharmacological Terms
- Abbreviations
The Digestive System and Body Metabolism
- Structure and Function of the Digestive System
- Word Building in the Digestive System Diagnostic
- Diagnostic, Procedural, and Laboratory Terms
- Pathological Terms
- Surgical Terms
- Pharmacological Terms
- Abbreviations
The Urinary System
- Structure and Function of the Urinary System
- Word Building in the Urinary System
- Diagnostic, Procedural, and Laboratory Terms
- Pathological Terms
- Surgical Terms
- Pharmacological Terms
- Abbreviations
The Reproductive System
- Structure and Function of the Male and Female Reproductive Systems
- Word Building in the Male and Female Reproductive Systems
- Diagnostic, Procedural, and Laboratory Terms
- Pathological Terms
- Surgical Terms
- Pharmacological Terms
- Abbreviations
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- 1 Midterm Exam
- 1 Graded Final
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Learning to Speak the Language of Healthcare
You’ll need a lot of new vocabulary for your healthcare career. Medical Terminology takes you beyond memorization and teaches you the structure that you’ll be able to use again and again. Whether you’re preparing to become a nurse, medical assistant, physical therapist, or another hands-on medical role, you’ll come away from Medical Terminology with more confidence to communicate!
Why it matters:
- Job security is a great bonus of a healthcare career! As one of the fastest-growing industries, you can expect 1.8 million new jobs to be added between 2022–2032.
- Start with a strong foundation in medical terminology and make the most of your healthcare classes!
In-demand careers in this field include:
Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Medical Assistant, Radiologic Technologist, Surgical Technologist, Paramedic/EMT
How this course sets you up for success:
Medical Terminology is an important prerequisite credit for most healthcare programs. Complete your course today and get started towards an in-demand career!
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