Prentice Hall

Allied Health



Unlocking Medical Terminology
Bruce Wingerd, Broward Community College

ISBN-10: 0130488402
ISBN-13: 9780130488404

Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2006
Format: Paper; 784 pp
Published: 03/23/2005

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Keying Interest

Unlocking Medical Terminology serves as a key to discovering a new language, in a fun, eye-catching, yet scientifically precise way.  The book is designed to be used as a text to support lectures, or as an independent student workbook.  The flexibility of its application is made possible by the book's text-like format combined with its self-guided, exercise-driven learning program.

 Wingerd uses a stair-step approach that mirrors the way that many people learn.   Instead of assuming you will absorb volumes of information in one step, this book presents topics in smaller pieces.  Self-quizzes give you the opportunity to master the information before you build upon it in the next section.  This approach allows you to work at your own pace and ensures success.

Three-Tier Word Building Approach — Each chapter presents three layers of word building instruction. 

·         “Word Parts Focus” breaks down the essential components of terms in each chapter.

·         “Getting to the Root of It” takes a close look at word roots, which are the basis for many basic anatomy & physiology terms.

·         “Let’s Construct Terms” assembles all the word parts presented throughout the chapter and builds more complex words relating to pathology conditions and procedures.

Decoder Key — packaged with the book, this unique decoder key is used to reveal the hidden answers that appear within the red column in each exercise section.  Designed in order to provide students with a quick reference to the answers without requiring them to turn to the appendix in the back of the book.  Yet at the same time, the answers are not revealed too obviously, thereby forestalling the temptation of looking at the answer before filling in the blank.  With this key, learners can enjoy the convenience of on-page answers yet with less distraction.

Netter Art —a special collection of artwork has been chosen to help convey the anatomical concepts.  Unlocking Medical Terminology is  richly illustrated using the Netter library of images, which is the most comprehensive collection of hand-painted medical illustrations in the world.  Healthcare professionals recognize Dr. Frank Netter’s work, with its half-century history of classic renderings, as the standard in the field of medical education.  Look for this symbol to identify those pieces of art that we have selected from the Netter collection.

Puzzle Challenge — Occasionally, within the exercise sections of each chapter, you will come across puzzle pieces that look like this .  These symbols serve as clues to an end-of-chapter colored puzzle called Piecing It All Together, which is designed to reinforce the concepts of fun, active learning as well as word building.   The clues provide encouragement to revisit the chapter information as a study incentive while solving the puzzle.  Once learners have read each chapter and completed all the exercises, as well as the puzzle, they can confidently say that they have unlocked the chapter.

Disease Focus— These short passages profile relevant and interesting pathologies affecting the body system being discussed, thus providing deeper context.

 

FYI and Thinking Critically Boxes!  — These sidebars appear throughout each chapter to evoke reader interest, and investigation.  Through these brief sections, we hope to infuse some of our own fascination and curiosity about the human body and medical language.

(NOTE: Each chapter begins with Learning Objectives and ends with Chapter Review).

 

 1. Introduction to Medical Terminology.

The Four Word Parts.

Defining Medical Terms.

Constructing Medical Terms.

Pronunciation of Medical Terms.

Spelling.

Singular and Plural Endings.

Helpful Study Tips.

 2. The Human Body in Health and Disease.

 

Anatomy and Physiology.

Building Blocks of the Body.

Directional Terms.

Anatomical Plane.

Body Cavities.

Anatomical Regions.

Health and Disease.

Disease Focus: Medical Diagnostic.

   

 3. Cells, Tissues, and Cancer.

Anatomy and Physiology Overview.

Getting to the Root of It—Anatomy and Physiology Terms.

Medical Terms of Cells, Tissues, and Cancer.

Let’s Construct Terms!

Symptoms and Signs.

Diseases and Disorders.

Disease Focus—The Genetics of Cancer.

Treatments, Procedures, and Devices.

Abbreviations of Cells, Tissues, and Cancer.

 4. The Integumentary System.

Anatomy and Physiology Overview.

Getting to the Root of It—Anatomy and Physiology Terms.

Medical Terms of the Integumentary System.

Let’s Construct Terms!

Symptoms.

Diseases and Disorders.

Disease Focus—Wound Repair.

Treatments, Procedures, and Devices.

Abbreviations of the Integumentary System.

 5.The Skeletal and Muscular Systems.

Anatomy and Physiology Overview.

Getting to the Root of It—Anatomy and Physiology Terms.

Medical Terms of the Skeletal and Muscular Systems.

Let’s Construct Terms!

Symptoms.

Diseases and Disorders.

Disease Focus—Fractures.

Treatments, Procedures, and Devices.

Abbreviations of the Skeletal and Muscular Systems.

 6. The Nervous System with Mental Health.

Anatomy and Physiology Overview.

Getting to the Root of It—Anatomy and Physiology Terms.

Medical Terms of the Nervous System.

Let’s Construct Terms!

Symptoms.

Diseases and Disorders.

Disease Focus—Accumulation of Fluids in the Brain.

Treatments, Procedures, and Devices.

Abbreviations of the Nervous System.

 7. The Eyes.

Anatomy and Physiology Overview.

Getting to the Root of It—Anatomy and Physiology Terms.

Medical Terms of the Eyes.

Let’s Construct Terms!

Symptoms.

Diseases and Disorders.

Disease Focus—Glaucoma and Intraocular Pressure.

Treatments, Procedures, and Devices.

Abbreviations of the Eyes.

 8. The Ears.

Anatomy and Physiology Overview.

Getting to the Root of It—Anatomy and Physiology Terms.

Medical Terms of the Ears.

Let’s Construct Terms!

Symptoms.

Diseases and Disorders.

Disease Focus.

Treatments, Procedures, and Devices.

Abbreviations of the Ears.

 9. The Endocrine System.

Anatomy and Physiology Overview.

Getting to the Root of It—Anatomy and Physiology Terms.

Medical Terms of the Endocrine System.

Let’s Construct Terms!

Symptoms.

Diseases and Disorders.

Disease Focus—Diabetes Mellitus.

Treatments, Procedures, and Devices.

Abbreviations of the Endocrine System.

10. The Cardiovascular System.

Anatomy and Physiology Overview.

Getting to the Root of It—Anatomy and Physiology Terms.

Medical Terms of the Cardiovascular System.

Let’s Construct Terms!

Symptoms.

Diseases and Disorders.

Disease Focus—Heart Disease.

Treatments, Procedures, and Devices.

Abbreviations of the Cardiovascular System.

11. Blood, Lymphatics, and Immunology.

Anatomy and Physiology Overview.

Getting to the Root of It—Anatomy and Physiology Terms.

Medical Terms of Blood, Lymphatics, and Immunology.

Let’s Construct Terms!

Symptoms.

Diseases and Disorders.

Disease Focus—HIV Mode of Infection.

Treatments, Procedures, and Devices.

Abbreviations of Blood, Lymphatics, and Immunology.
                       

12. The Respiratory System.

Anatomy and Physiology Overview.

Getting to the Root of It–Anatomy and Physiology Terms.

Medical Terms of the Respiratory System.

Let’s Construct Terms!

Symptoms.

Diseases and Disorders.

Disease Focus–Tuberculosis.

Treatments, Procedures, and Devices.

Abbreviations of the Respiratory System.

13. The Digestive System.

Anatomy and Physiology Overview.

Getting to the Root of It–Anatomy and Physiology Terms.

Medical Terms of the Digestive System.

Let’s Construct Terms!

Symptoms.

Diseases and Disorders.

Disease Focus–The Common Cause of GI Ulcers.

Treatments, Procedures, and Devices.

Abbreviations of the Digestive System.

14. The Urinary System.

Anatomy and Physiology Overview.

Getting to the Root of It–Anatomy and Physiology Terms.

Medical Terms of the Urinary System.

Let’s Construct Terms!

Symptoms.

Diseases and Disorders.

Disease Focus–Renal Failure and Dialysis.

Treatments, Procedures, and Devices.

Abbreviations of the Urinary System.

15. The Male Reproductive System.

Anatomy and Physiology Overview.

Getting to the Root of It–Anatomy and Physiology Terms.

Medical Terms of the Male Reproductive System.

Let’s Construct Terms!

Symptoms.

Diseases and Disorders.

Disease Focus–Enlarged Prostate.

Treatments, Procedures, and Devices.

Abbreviations of the Male Reproductive System.

 16. The Female Reproductive System.

Anatomy and Physiology Overview.

Getting to the Root of It–Anatomy and Physiology Terms.

Medical Terms of the Female Reproductive System.

Let’s Construct Terms!

Symptoms.

Diseases and Disorders.

Disease Focus–Cancer.

Treatments, Procedures, and Devices.

Abbreviations of the Female Reproductive System.

17. Obstetrics and Human Development.

Anatomy and Physiology Overview.

Getting to the Root of It—Anatomy and Physiology Terms.

Medical Terms of Obstetrics and Human Development.

Let’s Construct Terms!

Symptoms.

Diseases and Disorders.

Disease Focus—Crossing the Placental Blood Barrier.

Treatments, Procedures, and Devices.

Abbreviations of Obstetrics and Human Development.

Appendix A. Word Parts.

Appendix B. Abbreviations.

Appendix C. Endings in Medical Terminology.

Appendix D. Pharmacology Terms.

Appendix E. Alternative Medicine: Therapies and Treatments.

Appendix F. Chapter Exercise Answers Index.

Keying Interest!!

 

As any good teacher knows, making the subject interesting, fun, and relevant can make a world of difference.  Unlocking Medical Terminology  by Bruce Wingerd does just that!!

 

 This dynamic new worktext uses two techniques to ensure the most successful learning experience. 

 

Makes Learning Fun!

Interesting and engaging applications presented in an interactive, self-study format to increase your understanding of medical terminology

·        Decoder key to reveal the hidden answers on each exercise page

·        Crossword puzzles and word jumbles in each  chapter

·        Case studies

·        Challenging games and quizzes, along with flashcards, videos, and animations on a feature-packed CD-ROM that comes free with each book.

 

 

2) Stair-Step Approach

A progressive approach that mirrors the way many people learn.  Instead of assuming you will absorb volumes of information in one step, this book presents topics in smaller pieces.  Self-quizzes give you the opportunity to master the information before you build upon it in the next section.  This approach allows you to work at your own pace and ensures success. 

 

Each step is organized around the core elements of learning medical terminology: word parts, anatomy & physiology, and word building.

·        “Word Parts Focus” breaks down the essential components of terms in each chapter.

·        “Getting to the Root of It” takes a close look at word roots, which are the basis for many basic anatomy & physiology terms.

·        “Let’s Construct Terms” assembles all the word parts presented throughout the chapter and builds more complex words relating to pathology conditions and procedures.

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