Delmar S Comprehensive Medical Terminology

This innovative book and CD-ROM learning package is a comprehensive introduction to medical terminology. It is organized by body system with an emphasis on anatomy and physiology, pathological conditions, and diagnostic treatments and procedures. The book opens with a review of word building rules, prefixes, suffixes, and whole body terminology. Then follows with complete simple to complex coverage of medical terminology, as it relates to the various human body systems.All terms include a basic definition that it is highlighted in bold type, then continues with a more in-depth definition in regular type to allow learners to select the level of depth needed. This learning system also includes an interactive multimedia CD-ROM with a variety of exercises, pronunciations, and detailed graphics to build knowledge and reinforce learning.(medical terminology, med term, body system, medical specialty, pathological conditions, diseases, prefix, suffix, word building, anatomy and physiology)ALSO AVAILABLE -INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDERText & (2) 90-minute Audiotapes Value Package ISBN: 0-7668-0494-1(2) 90-minute Audiotapes with duplication rights ISBN: 0-7668-0496-8Computerized Testbank CD-ROM ISBN: 0-7668-0497-6Instructor's Manual ISBN: 0-7668-0495-X

More than a simple dictionary, this is a teaching text, with plenty of pedagogical features, designed for students training for paramedical fields as well as such careers as medical transcriptionist, legal secretary, court reporter, insurance claims adjuster, and any position responsible for medical records and reports. Organized by body system and specialty areas of practice, the 20 chapters emphasize anatomy and physiology, pathological conditions, diagnostic techniques and procedures, and new coverage of gerontology. Annotation (c)2003.

- On-line exercises including quizzes, self-test questions, pretest, midterm and final exam with rationale for right and wrong answers.- Frequently Asked Questions related to each chapter provide answers to questions asked by other students.- Learning Links provide students with practice searching the web for information.- Discussion Questions enable distance learning students to take part in a simulating classroom discussion.- Glossary provides term, definition, pronunciation and illustrations for select terms.- Easy to use tools help you customize the course to your needs.- An on-line calendar for you syllabus and other events.- A Content Compiler feature that allows students to print customized study guides by choosing specific elements, such as chapter objectives or exercises.

This comprehensive introduction to medical terminology is organized by body system and specialty areas of practice, with an emphasis on anatomy and physiology, pathological conditions, and diagnostic treatment and procedures. Simple to complex definitions enhance understanding of medical terms. A new chapter on Gerontology presents information on the aging process for each system and pathological conditions that pertain to the elderly.

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An Illustrated Guide to Veterinary Medical Terminology, Third Edition provides a visual approach to learning medical terms and understanding the basics of veterinary medicine. A systematic process of breaking down medical terms into their component parts allows readers to comprehend the root medical concepts and apply critical thinking skills when faced with new and unfamiliar medical terminology. Chapters progress from basic terminology related to anatomical positioning to body systems, and then to species- specific terminology. Case studies exemplify how medical terminology would be experienced in an actual veterinary practice. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.