Introduction to Medical Terminology 2e, Textbook
Designed with future health science professionals in mind, Introduction to Medical Terminology focuses on the essentials of medical terminology, foundational concepts of human anatomy and physiology, and the common medical terms related to the body systems. These important topics help prepare high school students to succeed in future coursework and build confidence to enter a fast-growing career field. With a student-friendly approach, chapter content is logically organized by introducing relevant medical word parts, followed by an anatomy and physiology overview, coverage of applicable diseases and conditions, diagnostic procedures, surgical and therapeutic treatments, and drug therapies. The text is supported by colorful, detailed art developed by expert medical illustrators. The second edition includes updated content to reflect advances in medical technology, treatments, and mental health; gender-neutral language; and information about COVID-19, including its pathology, spread, and impact on health.
Table of Contents
Abbreviated Contents
Introduction to Medical Terminology 2e, Textbook
- Front Matter
- 1 - Basics of Medical Terminology
- 2 - Basics of the Body
- 3 - The Integumentary System
- 4 - The Skeletal System
- 5 - The Muscular System
- 6 - The Cardiovascular System
- 7 - The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
- 8 - The Respiratory System
- 9 - The Digestive System
- 10 - The Nervous System and Mental Health
- 11 - The Special Senses
- 12 - The Endocrine System
- 13 - The Urinary System
- 14 - The Male Reproductive System
- 15 - The Female Reproductive System
- Appendix A Medical Word Parts
- Appendix B Medical Abbreviations and Acronyms
- Glossary/Index