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HSCI 0003 - Medical Terminology

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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Hours: 54 lecture Description: Comprehensive overview of the medical language using a systems oriented approach of the human body. Covers the formation, spelling, correct pronunciation, and proper usage of common medical terms and abbreviations. The terminology is relative to the medical applications used within a wide variety of health care professions. Course meets the prerequisite requirements of numerous allied health care training programs, and is highly recommended as a preparatory course for EMT, Paramedic and Nursing programs. (CSU) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion 54 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the ability to analyze medical terminology structurally into roots, prefixes, suffixes, and combining forms. Identify medical terms referring to anatomical landmarks, anatomy of major body systems, and associated physiology of the human body. Convert common words to the equivalent medical term and relate medical terminology to common usage in the health care professions. Recognize, define, pronounce and correctly spell common medical terms in relationship to pharmacology, medical conditions and diseases, medical procedures and diagnostic test. Identify and define common abbreviations of medical terminology and usage in the health care industry. Course Content Outline I. Word Structure A. Analysis B. Prefixes C. Suffixes D. Combining Forms E. Pronunciations II. Body Terminology A. Structural Organization of the Body B. Body Cavities C. Regions and Quadrants D. Spinal Column E. Positional and Directional Terms F. Planes of the Body III. Digestive System A. Anatomy and Physiology B. Vocabulary C. Diagnostic and Pathology D. Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures E. Abbreviations IV. Urinary System A. Anatomy and Physiology B. Vocabulary C. Diagnostic and Pathology D. Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures E. Abbreviations V. Nervous System A. Anatomy and Physiology B. Vocabulary C. Diagnostic and Pathology D. Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures E. Abbreviations VI. Respiratory System A. Anatomy and Physiology B. Vocabulary C. Diagnostic and Pathology D. Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures E. Abbreviations VII. Cardiovascular System A. Anatomy and Physiology B. Vocabulary C. Diagnostic and Pathology D. Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures E. Abbreviations VIII. Musculoskeletal System A. Anatomy and Physiology B. Vocabulary C. Diagnostic and Pathology D. Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures E. Abbreviations IX. Sense Organs A. Anatomy and Physiology B. Vocabulary C. Diagnostic and Pathology D. Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures E. Abbreviations X. Endocrine System A. Anatomy and Physiology B. Vocabulary C. Diagnostic and Pathology D. Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures E. Abbreviations XI. Female and Male Reproduction Systems A. Anatomy and Physiology B. Menstruation and Pregnancy C. Hormonal Interactions D. Diagnostic and Pathology E. Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures F. Abbreviations Course Objectives Course Objectives 1. Analyze medical terms structurally into roots, prefixes, suffixes and combining forms; 2. Convert common words to their equivalent medical term and relate medical terminology to common usage; 3. Examine the methods of structuring and defining medical terminology; 4. Apply the rules for spelling and pronouncing medical terms; 5. Identify and define common medical practice abbreviations; 6. Verbally or in written form, spell medical words accurately; 7. Apply word-building principles to construct medical words; 8. Analyze, build, spell, and pronounce medical words/terms in relationship to body structures and system functions, diseases, medical procedures and diagnostic tests; 9. Differentiate proper singular and plural forms of medical terms; 10. Identify and recall medical terminology as it applies to human anatomy and physiology. Methods of Evaluation Classroom Discussions Objective Examinations Reading Assignments 1. Read chapter on "Basic Word Structure" and complete the exercises using the combining forms. 2. Read chapters on male and female reproductive systems and complete the exercises building medical terms from common words/concepts. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Complete exercises by using the proper medical term, acronym, and abbreviations that are interchangeable with their common or medical definition. 2. Given medical vignettes, provide the correct medical term that best completes the meaning of the sentences. 3. Given the findings of a physical examination, or the specific outcomes of clinical lab test, accurately describe the results using the proper medical terminology. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.