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Medical Terminology: A Living Language, 3/E
Bonnie F. Fremgen, University of Notre Dame
Suzanne S. Frucht, Northwest Missouri State University

ISBN-10: 0131849107
ISBN-13: 9780131849105

Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2005
Format: Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 608 pp
Published: 06/22/2004

Suggested retail price: $61.20
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For courses in Medical Terminology.

LIVE IT! LEARN IT!!

Fremgen brings medical terminology to life by introducing the subject in a career context.  Students have increased understanding and are motivated to learn medical terminology because they can envision how proper terminology will enhance their professional lives.  

This edition also boasts a streamlined, reorganized format, provides students with same degree of information in a more digestible presentation.  Ideal for a one-semester course.  This information is reinforced with various additional study resources that include in-text exercises, a Companion Website, and a CD-ROM free with each text.

NEW—Integrated coverage of Pharmacology—Ensures the content is introduced in context.  

NEW—Expanded Professional Profile feature.

~Motivates students with a career context for the content. 

NEW—Professional Journal exercises—Conclude each chapter, encouraging students to picture themselves in a given career role while applying medical terminology in a writing assignment.    

~Emphasizes the real-world theme for students so they are well equipped for the field.

FREE CD-ROM—Includes video professional profiles, games and activities.

~Enliven the subject and create a fun environment for drill and practice. 

Audio Glossary—Available on both the Student CD and the Companion website is integrated with the text through the popular vocabularly check-list.

NEW—Expanded Med Term Tips.

~Provide engaging and useful snipets of information that bring terminology to life.

NEW—Updated medical terms—Emphasize the vocabulary used in the real world.

~Provides students with a more accessible text while keeping them up-to-date on the latest terminology so they are fully prepared for the workforce.

NEW—End-of-chapter review list—Now also serves as a Pronunciation Practice exercise.

~Streamlines content for students while continuing to provide them with consistent practice of the subject matter.

Companion Website at www.prenhall.com/fremgen— Offering online learning tools including chapter objectives, an audio glossary, and a variety of quizzes for each chapter.

~Furnishes students with tangible study aids so they can better absorb and retain the material under study.

Abundance of artwork—Serves to illustrate the topics being discussed.

~Helps students gain a better understanding of anatomy and physiology by giving them visual material from which to work.

A superior pedagogical package—Includes practice exercises and activities, Chart Note Transcription exercises, Med Term Tips, case studies, Pronunciation Practice, Professional Journal, “Getting Connected” multimedia extension exercises, and word building tables.

~Presents students with a host of additional study materials with which to gain information and test their progression while keeping the subject matter fresh and motivating further exploration.

Revised Practice exercises.

~Offers students updated activities from which to test their knowledge of the material under study.

Integrated coverage of Pharmacology–Ensures the content is introduced in context.  

Expanded Professional Profile feature.

~Motivates students with a career context for the content. 

Professional Journal exercises–Conclude each chapter, encouraging students to picture themselves in a given career role while applying medical terminology in a writing assignment.    

~Emphasizes the real-world theme for students so they are well equipped for the field.

Expanded Med Term Tips.

~Provide engaging and useful snipets of information that bring terminology to life.

Updated medical terms–Emphasize the vocabulary used in the real world.

~Provides students with a more accessible text while keeping them up-to-date on the latest terminology so they are fully prepared for the workforce.

End-of-chapter review list–Now also serves as a Pronunciation Practice exercise.

~Streamlines content for students while continuing to provide them with consistent practice of the subject matter.

 



 1. Introduction to Medical Terminology.


 2. Body Structure.


 3. Integumentary System.


 4. Musculoskeletal System.


 5. Cardiovascular System.


 6. Blood, Lymphatic, and Immune System.


 7. Respiratory System.


 8. Digestive System.


 9. Urinary System.


10. Reproductive System.


11. Endocrine System.


12. Nervous System.


13. Special Senses


14. Special Topics.

    For courses in Medical Terminology.

    This text uses a consistent and logical system to help students build their understanding of medical terminology as it relates to the human body. It also has a real-world focus that relates medical terminology to various health professions, thereby capturing the students' interest and providing information about potential future health careers. All of this information is reinforced with several different in-text and online exercises.

  • 0130311820Medical Terminology: An Anatomy and Physiology Systems Approach, 2/E
    Fremgen & Frucht
    © 2002 | Prentice Hall | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 622 pages | Instock
    ISBN-10: 0130311820 | ISBN-13: 9780130311825
    Brief Description

    Since the first edition of Medical Terminology: A Living Language was published it has been noted for its “clean” and logical format that promotes a seemlesslearning experience.  In this revised edition, we have built upon this strength by enhancing several features making this text an ideal choice for a semester- or quarter-length course.

  • 0131589989Medical Terminology: A Living Language, 4/E
    Fremgen & Frucht
    © 2009 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 656 pages | Estimated Availability: 12/12/2008
    ISBN-10: 0131589989 | ISBN-13: 9780131589988
    Brief Description

DYNAMIC TOOLS FOR A LIVING LANGUAGE!

Medical Terminology is vital to our careers, our health, and our lives. This text demonstrates how medical terminology is a dynamic and relevant contributor to the world around us.

CAREER APPLICATIONS
  • Professional Profile boxes begin each chapter and highlight health care career options.
  • NEW Professional journal exercises concluding each chapter challenge students to write sentences from the perspective of different health professionals.
  • Med Term Tips in every chapter pique student interest by presenting quick, useful facts they can use in their careers.
ACCURACY AND CONSISTENCY
  • Eye-catching, accurate photographs and illustrations bring body systems and diseases to life underscoring that medical terminology is a living, dynamic language.
  • Pathology sections are integrated to bring a greater context for the terminology.
  • Word Building tables emphasize building words rather than rote memorization.
MULTIMEDIA
  • CD-ROM (packaged free with every text) contains over a dozen types of learning activities for each chapter including a flashcard generator, an audio pronunciation glossary, videos, animations, interactive exercises, and games that quiz students on spelling, word-building concepts, and anatomy.
  • Companion Website (www.prenhall.com/fremgen). A text-specific, interactive online workbook that features a variety of quizzes along with an automatic scoring and feedback function. An audio pronunciation glossary and case studies are also included.

View a Sample Chapter PDF:

  • Instructor's Jump Kit
    Brady
    © 2009 | Prentice Hall | CD-ROM Only | Estimated Availability: 03/01/2009
    ISBN-10: 0135010764 | ISBN-13: 9780135010761


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