Have you ever felt lost or overwhelmed when faced with medical jargon?
You are not alone! Many people struggle with understanding complex medical terminologies and this can be a significant barrier when trying to navigate the healthcare system, pursue a career in healthcare, or simply boost personal knowledge.
The Medical Terminology Bible for Everyone is here to bridge that gap. We've created this comprehensive guide to help you unveil the true importance of medical terminology and why mastering it could be your game-changer. This guide is structured in a user-friendly manner, breaking down complex terms and concepts into understandable language.
The book is designed to decode the foundations of medical words—prefixes, suffixes, roots, and more—through immersive exercises and tests. It allows you to dive deep into body systems, understanding their terminologies, common conditions, and treatments that are crucial for every health enthusiast.
Author(s): Tianna Garner
Publisher: Independently published
Year: 2023
Language: English
Pages: 130
Tags: Medical Dictionaries & Terminology; Medical Education & Training; Medical Test Preparation;
Introduction
1. Understanding Medical Terminology
1.1 Importance of Medical Terminology
1.2 Benefits of Learning Medical Terminology
1.3 How to Use This Book
2. Foundations of Medical Terminology
2.1 Components of Medical Words
2.1.1 Prefixes
2.1.2 Suffixes
2.1.3 Root Words
2.1.4 Combining Forms
2.1.5 Foundations of Medical Terminology Test:
2.2.1 Greek and Latin Word Roots
2.2.2 Eponyms
2.2.3 Acronyms and Abbreviations
2.2.4 Word Analysis Exercises
2.2.5 Principles of Word Formation Test
2.3.1 Disease Processes and Their Effects on the Body
2.3.2 Common Pathological Conditions
2.3.3 Understanding Pathology Test
3. Medical Terminology by Body Systems
3.1 Cardiovascular System
3.1.1 Terminology and Anatomy
3.1.2 Common Cardiovascular Conditions
3.1.3 Diagnostic Procedures and Tests
3.1.5 Medical Terminology by Body Systems Test
3.2 Respiratory System
3.2.1 Terminology and Anatomy
3.2.2 Common Respiratory Conditions
3.2.3 Diagnostic Procedures and Tests
3.2.4 Medications and Treatments
3.2.5 Respiratory System Test
3.3 Gastrointestinal System
3.3.1 Terminology and Anatomy
3.3.2 Common Gastrointestinal Conditions
3.3.3 Diagnostic Procedures and Tests
3.3.4 Medications and Treatments
3.3.5 Gastrointestinal System Test
3.4 Musculoskeletal System
3.4.1 Terminology and Anatomy
3.4.2 Common Musculoskeletal Conditions
3.4.3 Diagnostic Procedures and Tests
3.4.4 Treatments and Interventions
3.4.5 Musculoskeletal System Test
3.5 Nervous System
3.5.1 Terminology and Anatomy
3.5.2 Common Neurological Conditions
3.5.3 Diagnostic Procedures and Tests
3.5.4 Medications and Treatments
3.5.5 Nervous System Test
3.6 Integumentary System
3.6.1 Terminology and Anatomy
3.6.2 Common Skin Conditions
3.6.3 Diagnostic Procedures and Tests
3.6.4 Medications and Treatments
3.6.5 Integumentary System Test
3.7 Endocrine System
3.7.1 Terminology and Anatomy
3.7.2 Common Endocrine Conditions
3.7.3 Diagnostic Procedures and Tests
3.7.4 Medications and Treatments
3.7.5 Endocrine System Test
3.8 Special Senses
3.8.1 Ophthalmology
3.8.1.1 Terminology and Anatomy
3.8.1.2 Common Eye Conditions
3.8.1.3 Diagnostic Procedures and Tests
3.8.1.4 Medications and Treatments
3.8.1.5 Special Senses Test
3.8.2 Otology
3.8.2.1 Terminology and Anatomy
3.8.2.2 Common Ear Conditions
3.8.2.3 Diagnostic Procedures and Tests
3.8.2.4 Medications and Treatments
3.8.2.5 Otology Test
3.9 Reproductive System
3.9.1 Terminology and Anatomy
3.9.2 Common Reproductive Conditions
3.9.3 Diagnostic Procedures and Tests
3.9.4 Medications and Treatments
3.9.5 Reproductive System Test
3.10 Urinary System
3.10.1 Terminology and Anatomy
3.10.2 Common Urinary Conditions
3.10.3 Diagnostic Procedures and Tests
3.10.4 Medications and Treatments
3.10.5 Urinary System Test
4. Medical Documentation and Communication
4.1 Importance of Accurate Medical Documentation
4.2 Medical Records and Reports
4.3 Common Abbreviations and Symbols
4.4 Medical Coding Systems (ICD-10, CPT)
4.5 Medical Documentation and Communication Test
5. Medical Ethics and Law
5.1 Importance of Medical Ethics
5.2 Major Ethical Principles in Healthcare
5.3 Common Legal Issues in Healthcare
5.4 Confidentiality and Health Information Privacy (HIPAA)
5.5 Medical Ethics and Law Test
6. Pharmacological Terminology
6.1 Understanding Drug Names (Generic and Brand Names)
6.2 Routes of Administration
6.3 Drug Classification
6.4 Commonly Used Medications
6.5 Pharmacological Terminology Test
Conclusion
