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Exploring Medical Language, 7th Edition A Student-Directed Approach

ISBN/EAN
9780323049504
Editore
Elsevier Science
Formato
Sconosciuto
Anno
2009
Pagine
Pag. 880<br> Mosby<br> Paperback

Disponibile

51,99 €
Description
Master the medical terminology you’ll need for success in the health care with this unique, objective-based approach! Focused entirely on medical terminology and vocabulary, this trusted text helps you understand complex medical terms with a proven step-by-step strategy, building each word from its foundation. With a logical, body-systems organization and engaging terminology exercises throughout, it’s your key to communicating confidently and effectively with other health care professionals.

Key Features
-Systematic approach to terminology prepares you to recognize and define new words as you encounter them and build the medical vocabulary you'll need in the health care setting.
Pronunciation key provides quick access to frequently referenced material.
Complimentary and Alternative Medicine terms boxes highlight words and phrases associated with this increasingly popular discipline.
Case studies encourage critical thinking and demonstrate how to apply the information you've learned.
Terminology flash cards, included with every book, give you valuable review and self-assessment tools you can take anywhere for study on the go.
Evolve resources enhance your learning and reinforcement opportunities with additional exercises, a Spanish/English glossary, and the Body Spectrum Electronic Anatomy Coloring Book.
Medical Terminology Online, available at an additional charge, gives you access to a complete online course for the most advanced learning and understanding.

Maggiori Informazioni

Autore Brooks - BEd - RN
Editore Elsevier Science
Anno 2009
Tipologia Libro
Lingua Inglese
Indice Table of Contents
Part 1: Introduction to Word Parts and Human Body Structure

Chapter 1 Introduction to Word Parts

Chapter 2 Body Structure, Color, and Oncology

Chapter 3 Directional Terms, Anatomical Planes, and Quadrants

Part 2: Body Systems

Chapter 4 Integumentary System

Chapter 5 Respiratory System

Chapter 6 Urinary System

Chapter 7 Male Reproductive System

Chapter 8 Female Reproductive System

Chapter 9 Obstetrics and Neonatology

Chapter 10 Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems

Chapter 11 Digestive System

Chapter 12 Eye

Chapter 13 Ear

Chapter 14 Musculoskeletal System

Chapter 15 Nervous System and Common Behavioral Health Terms

Chapter 16 Endocrine System

Tables

1-1 Guidelines for Using Combining Vowels

1-2 Word Parts and Combining Vowels

1-3 Techniques to learn Medical Terms Built from Word Parts

2-1 Pronunciation Guide

2-2 Common Plural Endings

3-1 Anatomic Planes and Images

4-1 Common Skin Disorders

4-2 Common Skin Lesions

5-1 Types of Diagnostic Procedures

7-1 Prostate Cancer

8-1 Types of Hysterectomies

8-2 Types of Surgeries Performed to Treat Malignant Breast Tumors

8-3 Endoscopic Surgery

{more tables to come}

Appendixes

A. Combining Forms, Prefixes, and Suffixes Alphabetized According to Word Part

B. Combining Forms, Prefixes, and Suffixes Alphabetized According to Definition

C. Additional Combining Forms, Prefixes, and Suffixes

D. Abbreviations

E. Pharmacology Terms

F. Health Care Delivery/Managed Care Terms

G. Complementary and Alternative Medicine Therapies

H. Behavioral Health Terms

I. Clinical Research Terms

J. Nutrition Terms

Answers

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