Define the word parts that make up most medical terms-roots, prefixes, and suffixes.
Explain the functions of the various body systems.
Identify diagnoses, procedures, and treatments common to each body system.
Understand common medical abbreviations and acronyms.
Recognize the importance of accuracy in spelling and pronunciation of medical terms.
Getting Started
How to Take This Course
Test-Out Exam 1: Lessons 1-Midterm Exam
Introduction to Medical Terminology and the Human Body in Health and Disease
The Musculoskeletal System
The Cardiovascular System
The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
The Respiratory System
The Digestive System
The Urinary System
Midterm
Test-Out Exam 2: Lessons 8-Final Exam
The Nervous System
Special Senses: The Eyes and Ears
The Integumentary System
The Endocrine System
Mental Health
Male and Female Reproductive Systems
Diagnostic Procedures, Nuclear Medicine, and Complementary Medicine
Final Exam
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There are no prerequisites to take this course other than basic computer skills.
Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook device.
Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 10 or later operating systems.
Mac: OS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Microsoft Word Online
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other: Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online. The following digital textbook for the Medical Terminology course is accessed via links in the course lessons:
Comprehensive Medical Terminology for Health Professions, 1st Edition (eBook)
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90% attendance
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This course is for anyone interested in learning Medical Terminology.
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Requisites: None
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