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MEDA120 Medical Terminology

3 credits

2250

Reading Level score of 2 or higher

None

This introductory course in medical terminology focuses on accurate spelling and pronunciation of terms and building knowledge of basic medical vocabulary with an emphasis on prefixes, suffixes, roots, and combining vowels. Anatomical, physiological, and pathological terminology are covered and applied in the context of electronic health records.

Course Learning Goals

Students will
1. identify the word parts most frequently associated with the major body systems;
2. spell medical terms associated with each of the major body systems;
3. pronounce medical terms associated with each of the major body systems;
4. define medical terms by analyzing their word parts;
5. find clinical information in electronic health records; and
6. interpret clinical information in electronic health records.
Planned Sequence of Topics and/or Learning Activities
1. introduction to medical terminology
2. introduction to electronic health records
3. the integumentary system
4. the musculoskeletal system
5. the nervous system
6. special senses; eyes and ears
7. the endocrine system
8. the blood and lymphatic systems
9. the cardiovascular system
10. the respiratory system
11. the digestive system
12. the urinary system
13. male and female reproductive systems
Assessment Methods for Course Learning Goals
Exams, quizzes, oral presentations, class participation, voice recording of pronunciation, online activities, and discussion are utilized.
Reference, Resource, or Learning Materials to be used by Student:
Students use educational resources as approved by the department and specified in the instructor's syllabus.