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Abstract
Make learning medical terminology faster and more fun with Quick & Easy Medical Terminology, 7th Edition! Presenting terms in the context of body systems, this book helps you begin reading, writing, and speaking medical terms in the shortest time possible. Small chunks of information are always followed immediately by exercises, so you will be learning every minute! This edition adds new illustrations and a new Special Senses chapter, and an Evolve companion website includes word games, activities, and audio pronunciations to make it easier to understand and remember terminology. Written in a clear, conversational style by Peggy C. Leonard, this resource gives you the tools to communicate effectively in the health care environment.
- The programmed learning approach presents content in small blocks called 'frames' that allow you to get immediate feedback on your progress.
- A flexible, body systems organization lets you go through the material in any order after completing the orientation chapters, making it easy to coordinate your study with other courses such as anatomy and physiology.
- A review of anatomy and physiology at the beginning of each body systems chapter provides a context for understanding tmedical terminology.
- Medical reports with review exercises are included in the book and on the Evolve companion website, allowing you to practice using terms in real-life situations.
- Quick Tips in the margins add essential information and interesting, fun facts.
- NEW! Special Senses chapter provides dedicated coverage of the eye and ear.
- NEW! Expanded mental health coverage includes the mental health terms you are most likely to encounter in clinical practice.
- NEW! Terms and definitions keep you up to date with advances in healthcare.
- NEW! Photos and drawings illustrate difficult terms and procedures, including the increased use of endoscopy in many specialties.
Table of Contents
Section Title | Page | Action | Price |
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Front cover | Cover | ||
Inside front cover | IFC | ||
Quick & Easy Medical Terminology | i | ||
Copyright page | ii | ||
Reviewers & Contributors | iii | ||
Preface | iv | ||
Make Learning Quick & Easy by this Proven Method | iv | ||
Instructors Will Love These New Features | vi | ||
TEACH Lesson Plans Included in the Evolve TEACH Instructor Resources! | vii | ||
Acknowledgments | x | ||
Table of Contents | xi | ||
PART ONE: The Basics | 1 | ||
CHAPTER 1: Simplified Medical Language | 1 | ||
Simplifying Medical Terms | 1 | ||
Writing Is Key | 2 | ||
Word Parts | 2 | ||
Combining Word Parts to Write Terms | 5 | ||
Proper Names Are Special | 8 | ||
Abbreviations and Pharmacology | 8 | ||
Plurals | 9 | ||
SELF-TEST | 12 | ||
CHAPTER 2: Suffixes and Combining Forms Made Easy | 15 | ||
Using Suffixes to Write Words | 15 | ||
Suffixes: Medical Specialties and Specialists | 16 | ||
Suffixes: Surgical Procedures | 28 | ||
Combining Forms for Selected Body Structures | 30 | ||
Suffixes: Symptoms or Diagnosis | 36 | ||
Miscellaneous Suffixes | 42 | ||
Miscellaneous Word Parts | 44 | ||
Abbreviations and Pharmacology | 44 | ||
Preparing for a Test on This Chapter | 45 | ||
SELF-TEST | 46 | ||
QUICK & EASY (Q&E) LIST | 49 | ||
QUICK & EASY (Q&E) LIST—cont'd | 50 | ||
CHAPTER 3: Essential Prefixes and More | 52 | ||
How Prefixes Are Used to Form Words | 52 | ||
Prefixes: Numbers or Quantities | 52 | ||
Prefixes: Position or Direction | 55 | ||
Miscellaneous Prefixes | 59 | ||
Recognizing Prefixes in Terms | 60 | ||
Using Prefixes to Write Terms | 62 | ||
Combining Forms for Colors | 63 | ||
Combining Forms and Related Suffixes | 65 | ||
Miscellaneous Combining Forms | 68 | ||
SELF-TEST | 73 | ||
Q&E LIST | 75 | ||
Q&E LIST—cont'd | 76 | ||
CHAPTER 4: Diagnostic Procedures and Therapeutic Interventions | 78 | ||
Signs and Symptoms in Diagnosis | 79 | ||
Basic Examination Procedures | 80 | ||
Common Diagnostic Tests and Procedures | 84 | ||
Diagnostic Radiology | 86 | ||
Radiation and Other Therapeutic Interventions | 91 | ||
SELF-TEST | 94 | ||
Q&E LIST | 97 | ||
CHAPTER 5: The Body as a Whole | 98 | ||
Organization of the Body | 98 | ||
Body Fluids | 116 | ||
Body Defenses and Immunity | 125 | ||
SELF-TEST | 133 | ||
Q&E LIST | 135 | ||
Q&E LIST—cont'd | 136 | ||
PART TWO: Body Systems | 139 | ||
CHAPTER 6: Musculoskeletal System | 139 | ||
Function First | 139 | ||
Structures of the Musculoskeletal System | 140 | ||
Diseases, Disorders, and Diagnostic Terms | 154 | ||
Surgical and Therapeutic Interventions | 162 | ||
SELF-TEST | 166 | ||
Q&E LIST | 169 | ||
Q&E LIST—cont'd | 170 | ||
CHAPTER 7: Circulatory System | 171 | ||
Function First | 171 | ||
Structures of the Cardiovascular System | 172 | ||
Diseases, Disorders, and Diagnostic Terms | 177 | ||
Surgical and Therapeutic Interventions | 185 | ||
Structures of the Lymphatic System | 189 | ||
Diseases, Disorders, and Diagnostic Terms | 191 | ||
Surgical and Therapeutic Interventions | 192 | ||
SELF-TEST | 193 | ||
Q&E LIST | 196 | ||
Q&E LIST—cont'd | 197 | ||
CHAPTER 8: Respiratory System | 198 | ||
Function First | 198 | ||
Structures of the Respiratory System | 199 | ||
Diseases, Disorders, and Diagnostic Terms | 202 | ||
Surgical and Therapeutic Interventions | 212 | ||
SELF-TEST | 216 | ||
Q&E LIST | 219 | ||
Q&E LIST—cont'd | 220 | ||
CHAPTER 9: Digestive System | 221 | ||
Function First | 221 | ||
Structures of the Digestive System | 223 | ||
Diseases, Disorders, and Diagnostic Terms | 230 | ||
Surgical and Therapeutic Interventions | 238 | ||
SELF-TEST | 242 | ||
Q&E LIST | 245 | ||
Q&E LIST—cont'd | 246 | ||
CHAPTER 10: Urinary System | 248 | ||
Function First | 248 | ||
Structures of the Urinary Tract | 250 | ||
Diseases, Disorders, and Diagnostic Terms | 254 | ||
Surgical and Therapeutic Interventions | 262 | ||
SELF-TEST | 267 | ||
Q&E LIST | 269 | ||
Q&E LIST—cont'd | 270 | ||
CHAPTER 11: Reproductive System | 271 | ||
Function First | 271 | ||
Structures | 272 | ||
Diseases, Disorders, and Diagnostic Terms | 277 | ||
Surgical and Therapeutic Interventions | 283 | ||
Pregnancy and Childbirth | 287 | ||
Female Breasts | 292 | ||
Structures | 294 | ||
Diseases, Disorders, and Diagnostic Terms | 296 | ||
Surgical and Therapeutic Interventions | 298 | ||
Sexually Transmitted Diseases or Infections | 299 | ||
SELF-TEST | 303 | ||
Q&E LIST | 306 | ||
Q&E LIST—cont'd | 307 | ||
CHAPTER 12: Integumentary System | 310 | ||
Function First | 310 | ||
Structures of the Integumentary System | 311 | ||
Diseases, Disorders, and Diagnostic Terms | 314 | ||
Surgical and Therapeutic Interventions | 323 | ||
SELF-TEST | 326 | ||
Q&E LIST | 328 | ||
Q&E LIST—cont'd | 329 | ||
CHAPTER 13: Nervous System and Psychologic Disorders | 330 | ||
Function First | 330 | ||
Structures of the Nervous System | 332 | ||
Diseases, Disorders, and Diagnostic Terms | 338 | ||
Surgical and Therapeutic Interventions | 349 | ||
SELF-TEST | 351 | ||
Q&E LIST | 354 | ||
Q&E LIST—cont'd | 355 | ||
CHAPTER 14: Special Sense Organs of the Peripheral Nervous System | 356 | ||
Function First | 356 | ||
The Eyes | 357 | ||
The Ears | 366 | ||
The Skin | 370 | ||
The Mouth and Nose | 371 | ||
SELF-TEST | 373 | ||
Q&E LIST | 376 | ||
Q&E LIST—cont'd | 377 | ||
CHAPTER 15: Endocrine System | 378 | ||
Function First | 378 | ||
Structures of the Endocrine System | 379 | ||
Diseases, Disorders, and Diagnostic Terms | 383 | ||
Surgical and Therapeutic Interventions | 387 | ||
SELF-TEST | 389 | ||
Q&E LIST | 392 | ||
PART THREE: Appendixes | 393 | ||
APPENDIX I: Medical Abbreviations | 393 | ||
A. Abbreviations and Their Meanings | 393 | ||
B. Finding Medical Abbreviations | 394 | ||
APPENDIX II: Word Parts | 396 | ||
A. Alphabetized Word Parts and Meanings | 396 | ||
B. English Terms and Corresponding Word Parts | 400 | ||
APPENDIX III: Answers to Exercises | 405 | ||
Bibliography | 416 | ||
Illustration & Photo Credits | 417 | ||
Index | 421 | ||
IBC | IBC |