Medical Terminology Step by Step
Medical Terminology Step by Step: Understanding the Language of Medicine (Step By Step Subject Guides) by Paul Long
English | November 28, 2024 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0DPBCVN6H | 177 pages | PDF | 3.03 Mb
English | November 28, 2024 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0DPBCVN6H | 177 pages | PDF | 3.03 Mb
From understanding basic anatomy terms to decoding complex diagnostic language, Medical Terminology Step by Step is your gateway to fluency in the language of healthcare. Whether you're aspiring to work in medicine, a seasoned professional, or simply curious about medical terms, this book offers clarity, confidence, and empowerment.What’s Inside the Book?
Foundational Knowledge
- Learn the building blocks of medical terminology: prefixes, suffixes, and root words.
- Decode terms rooted in Greek, Latin, and modern influences.
- Discover how to break down complex medical terms into manageable parts.
- Rather than going A-to-Z, terms are grouped by body system and medical specialty for better organization, clarity, and retention.
- Navigate chapters dedicated to each body system, from cardiovascular to endocrine.
- Master the terminology of specialties like oncology, neurology, and pharmacology.
- Connect terms to real-world anatomy, diseases, treatments, and procedures.
- Explore universal medical terms used across fields.
- Understand patient care language, administrative terminology, and ethical communication.
- Review a glossary of must-know terms to reinforce your learning.
- Students: A step-by-step guide to ace your healthcare courses and career preparation.
- Healthcare Professionals: Refine your terminology for clearer communication and better patient care.
- Patients and Caregivers: Empower yourself to make informed healthcare decisions by understanding medical language.
- Approachable Learning: Clear explanations make even the most complex terms accessible.
- Organized for Success: Chapters by body system and specialty help you focus on what matters most.
- Practical Examples: Real-world scenarios and breakdowns ensure every term has context.
- A glossary of key terms to simplify even the most intricate medical jargon.
- Detailed explanations of diagnostic, procedural, and therapeutic terminology.
- Strategies to decode terms quickly and effectively, even as medical advancements evolve.
- Practice breaking down complex terms by their prefixes, suffices, and root words.
- Medical prefixes
- Medical suffixes
- Root words in medicine
- Cardiovascular terminology
- Respiratory system terms
- Digestive system terms
- Musculoskeletal terminology
- Nervous system terms
- Endocrine system terms
- Immune system terminology
- Urinary system terms
- Reproductive system terms
- Dermatology terminology
- Oncology terms
- Neurology terms
- Pharmacology terminology
- Diagnostic terminology
- Procedural terminology
- Surgical terminology
- Therapeutic terminology
- Patient care language
- Ethical medical terms
- Administrative medical terms
- Greek and Latin roots
- Abbreviations in medicine
- Acronyms in healthcare
- Pathology terminology
- Radiology terminology
- Anatomy terms
- Specialized medical vocabularies
Unlock the language of healthcare with Medical Terminology Step by Step. Enjoy a systematic, engaging approach for students, professionals, and anyone eager to understand the vocabulary of medicine.