Medical Language
ISBN: 9780135055786 | 0135055784
Edition: 2ndFormat: Paperback
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Pub. Date: 1/7/2010
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Medical Language is a medical terminology text that truly immerses readers within the language of medicine, so that students can apply their vocabulary within a real-world context. As opposed to fostering rote memorization, this book engages students in an interactive learning experience that will give them a vital tool and inspire them to become truly proficient in medical language.
PART I INTRODUCTION TO MEDICAL LANGUAGE
CHAPTER 1 The Structure of Medical Language
CHAPTER 2 The Body in Health and Disease
PART II MEDICAL SPECIALTIES AND BODY SYSTEMS
CHAPTER 3 ... MORE
CHAPTER 4 Pulmonology • Respiratory System
CHAPTER 5 Cardiology • Cardiovascular System
CHAPTER 6 Hematology and Immunology • Blood and Lymphatic System
CHAPTER 7 Dermatology • Integumentary System
CHAPTER 8 Orthopedics • Skeletal System
CHAPTER 9 Orthopedics • Muscular System
CHAPTER 10 Neurology • Nervous System
CHAPTER 11 Urology • Urinary System
CHAPTER 12 Male Reproductive Medicine • Male Genitourinary System
CHAPTER 13 Gynecology and Obstetrics • Female Genital and Reproductive System
CHAPTER 14 Endocrinology • Endocrine System
CHAPTER 15 Ophthalmology • Eye
CHAPTER 16 Otolaryngology • Ears, Nose, and Throat
PART III OTHER MEDICAL SPECIALTIES 848
CHAPTER 17 Psychiatry
CHAPTER 18 Oncology
CHAPTER 19 Radiology and Nuclear Medicine
APPENDICES A-1
APPENDIX A Glossary of Medical Word Parts: Combining Forms, Prefixes, and Suffixes
APPENDIX B Glossary of Medical Abbreviations
ANSWER KEY AK-1
PHOTO CREDITS PC-1
INDEX I-1
