Use a proven combination of learning principles and exercises to make learning medical terminology easier . Now in its 7th Edition, MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY FORHEALTH PROFESSIONS simplifies the process of memorizing complex medical terminology by focusing on the important word parts -- the common prefixes, suffixes and root words -- to provide a foundation for learning hundreds of medical terms. Organized by body systems, the chapters begin with an overview of the terminology related to the body's structures and functions, then proceed throughdiseases and disorders, and finally diagnostic procedures and treatments. This helps students master the necessary language to describe how the human body works, what goes wrong with it, and how we treat it. Every chapter engages learners with the See and Say pronunciation system, intreractive excersizes, reallife medical scenarios and critical thinking exercises. An updated art program includes illustrations that reflect the latest terms and procedures, and multi-cultural /multi-generational photos that accurately portray today's medicalworld.Built-in multimedia is included with the text on the StudyWare CD-ROM. This resource is packed full of activities that engage student with games, quizzes, animations, and an audio glossary -ultimately helping students study , preparefor exams, and achieve success . Optional workbook and online courseware is also available. INDICE: Preface..1. Introduction to Medical Terminology..2. The Human Bodyin Health and Disease..Word Part Review..3. The Skeletal System..4. The Muscular System..5. The Cardiovascular System..6. The Lymphatic and Immune Systems..7. The Respiratory System..8. The Digestive System..9. The Urinary System..10. The Nervous System..11. Special Senses: The Eyes and Ears..12. Skin: The Integumentary System..13. The Endocrine System..14. The Reproductive Systems..15.Diagnostic Procedures, Nuclear Medicine, and Pharmacology..Comprehensive Medical Terminology Review..Appendix A: Word Parts..Appendix B: Abbreviations..Appendix C: Glossary of Pathology and Procedures..Flash Cards.
- ISBN: 978-1-111-54327-3
- Editorial: South Western
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 672
- Fecha Publicación: 16/03/2012
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés