Introduction to Medical Terminology

Carol L. Schroeder has 20 years of experience in finding innovative ways to present medical terminology at a level appropriate for students. Her background in technical writing, translating and research is invaluable in continuously updating content and creating innovative activities and approaches--such as the Medical Mysteries and Human Touch stories featured in this text--to enable instructors to present engaging course material that helps all students succeed. The late Ann Ehrlich, who founded this series in 1988, was an experienced teacher, professional author and lifelong student. Considered one of the leading experts in the field of medical terminology, she wrote numerous books on health topics such as dental assisting, practice management, speech therapy and lymphedema.

Preface
Acknowledgments
How to Use This Book
How to Use StudyWARETM
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION TO MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
Overview of Introduction to Medical Terminology
Vocabulary Related to the Introduction to Medical Terminology
Primary Medical Terms
Word Parts Are the Key
Word Roots
Suffixes
Prefixes
Determining Meanings on the Basis of Word Parts
Medical Dictionary Use
Pronunciation
Spelling Is Always Important
Using Abbreviations
Singular and Plural Endings
Basic Medical Terms to Describe Diseases
Look-Alike Sound-Alike Terms and Word Parts
Abbreviations Related to the Introduction to Medical Terminology
Career Opportunities: setting your goals
Health Occupation Profile
Study Break
Review Time
The Human Touch: Critical Thinking Activity
CHAPTER 2: THE HUMAN BODY IN HEALTH AND DISEASE
Overview of the Human Body in Health and Disease
Vocabulary Related to the Human Body in Health and Disease
Anatomic Reference Systems
Structures of the Body
Cells
Genetics
Tissues
Glands
Body Systems and Related Organs
Pathology
Aging
Abbreviations Related to the Human Body in Health and Disease
Career Opportunities
Health Occupation Profile
Study Break
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CHAPTER 3: THE SKELETAL SYSTEM
Overview of Structures, Combining Forms, and Functions of the Skeletal System
Vocabulary Related to the Skeletal System
Structures and Functions of the Skeletal System
The Structure of Bones
Joints
The Skeleton
Medical Specialties Related to the Skeletal System
Pathology of the Skeletal System
Diagnostic Procedures of the Skeletal System
Treatment Procedures of the Skeletal System
Abbreviations Related to the Skeletal System
Career Opportunities
Health Occupation Profile
Study Break
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CHAPTER 4: THE MUSCULAR SYSTEM
Overview of Structures, Combining Forms, and Functions of the Muscular System
Vocabulary Related to the Muscular System
Functions of the Muscular System
Structures of the Muscular System
Types of Muscle Tissue
Muscle Contraction and Relaxation
Contrasting Muscle Motion
How Muscles Are Named
Medical Specialties Related to the Muscular System
Pathology of the Muscular System
Diagnostic Procedures of the Muscular System
Treatment Procedures of the Muscular System
Abbreviations Related to the Muscular System
Career Opportunities
Health Occupation Profile
Study Break
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CHAPTER 5: THE CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM
Overview of Structures, Combining Forms, and Functions of the Cardiovascular System
Vocabulary Related to the Cardiovascular System
Functions of the Cardiovascular System
Structures of the Cardiovascular System
The Blood Vessels
Blood
Medical Specialties Related to the Cardiovascular System
Pathology of the Cardiovascular System
Diagnostic Procedures of the Cardiovascular System
Treatment Procedures of the Cardiovascular System
Abbreviations Related to the Cardiovascular System
Career Opportunities
Health Occupation Profile
Study Break
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CHAPTER 6: THE LYMPHATIC AND IMMUNE SYSTEMS
Overview of Structures, Combining Forms, and Functions of the Lymphatic and Immune Systems
Vocabulary Related to the Lymphatic and Immune Systems
Introduction
Medical Specialties Related to the Lymphatic and Immune Systems
Functions of the Lymphatic System
Structures of the Lymphatic System
Functions and Structures of the Immune System
Pathogenic Organisms
Oncology
Abbreviations Related to the Lymphatic and Immune Systems
Career Opportunities
Health Occupation Profile
Study Break
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CHAPTER 7: THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
Overview of Structures, Combining Forms, and Functions of the Respiratory Systems
Vocabulary Related to the Respiratory System
Functions of the Respiratory System
Structures of the Respiratory System
Respiration
Medical Specialties Related to the Respiratory System
Pathology of the Respiratory System
Diagnostic Procedures of the Respiratory System
Treatment Procedures of the Respiratory System
Abbreviations Related to the Respiratory System
Career Opportunities
Health Occupation Profile
Study Break
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CHAPTER 8: THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
Overview of Structures, Combining Forms, and Functions of the Digestive System
Vocabulary Related to the Digestive System
Structures of the Digestive System
Digestion
Medical Specialties Related to the Digestive System
Pathology of the Digestive System
Diagnostic Procedures of the Digestive System
Treatment Procedures of the Digestive System
Abbreviations Related to the Digestive System
Career Opportunities
Health Occupation Profile
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CHAPTER 9: THE URINARY SYSTEM
Overview of Structures, Combining Forms, and Functions of the Urinary System
Vocabulary Related to the Urinary System
Functions of the Urinary System
Structures of the Urinary System
The Excretion of Urine
Medical Specialties Related to the Urinary System
Pathology of the Urinary System
Diagnostic Procedures of the Urinary System
Treatment Procedures of the Urinary System
Abbreviations Related to the Urinary System
Career Opportunities
Health Occupation Profile
Study Break
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CHAPTER 10: THE NERVOUS SYSTEM
Overview of Structures, Combining Forms, and Functions of the Nervous System
Vocabulary Related to the Nervous System
Functions of the Nervous System
Structures of the Nervous System
The Central Nervous System
The Peripheral Nervous System
The Autonomic Nervous System
Medical Specialties Related to the Nervous System
Pathology of the Nervous System
Diagnostic Procedures of the Nervous System
Treatment Procedures of the Nervous System
Mental Health
Abbreviations Related to the Nervous System
Career Opportunities
Health Occupation Profile
Study Break
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CHAPTER 11: SPECIAL SENSES: THE EYES AND EARS
Overview of Structures, Combining Forms, and Functions of the Eyes and Ears
Vocabulary Related to the Special Senses
Functions of the Eyes
Structures of the Eyes
Medical Specialties Related to the Eyes
Pathology of the Eyes and Vision
Diagnostic Procedures of the Eyes and Vision
Treatment Procedures of the Eyes and Vision
Functions of the Ears
Structures of the Ears
Medical Specialties Related to the Ears
Pathology of the Ears and Hearing
Diagnostic Procedures of the Ears and Hearing
Treatment Procedures of the Ears and Hearing
Abbreviations Related to the Special Senses
Career Opportunities
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CHAPTER 12: SKIN: THE INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM
Overview of Structures, Combining Forms, and Functions of the Integumentary System
Vocabulary Related to the Integumentary System
Functions of the Integumentary System
The Structures of the Skin and its Related Structures
Medical Specialties Related to the Integumentary System
Pathology of the Integumentary System
Diagnostic Procedures of the Integumentary System
Treatment Procedures of the Integumentary System
Abbreviations Related to the Integumentary System
Career Opportunities
Health Occupation Profile
Study Break
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CHAPTER 13: THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
Overview of Structures, Combining Forms, and Functions of the Endocrine System
Vocabulary Related to the Endocrine System
Functions of the Endocrine System
Structures of the Endocrine System
Medical Specialties Related to the Endocrine System
Pathology of the Endocrine System
The Pituitary Gland
The Pineal Gland
The Thyroid Gland
The Parathyroid Glands
The Thymus
The Pancreatic Islets
The Adrenal Glands
The Gonads
Abbreviations Related to the Endocrine System
Career Opportunities
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CHAPTER 14: THE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEMS
Overview of Structures, Combining Forms, and Functions of the reproductive systems
Vocabulary Related to the Reproductive Systems
Terms Related to the Reproductive Systems of Both Sexes
Functions of the Male Reproductive System
Structures of the Male Reproductive System
Medical Specialties Related to the Male Reproductive System
S Pathology of the Male Reproductive System
Diagnostic Procedures of the Male Reproductive System
Treatment Procedures of the Male Reproductive System
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Functions of the Female Reproductive System
Structures of the Female Reproductive System
Medical Specialties Related to the Female Reproductive System and Childbirth
Pathology of the Female Reproductive System
Diagnostic Procedures of the Female Reproductive System
Treatment Procedures of the Female Reproductive System
Pregnancy and Childbirth
Pathology of Pregnancy and Childbirth
Assisted Reproduction
Abbreviations Related to the Reproductive Systems
Career Opportunities
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CHAPTER 15: DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES AND PHARMACOLOGY 344
Overview of Diagnostic Procedures and Pharmacology
Vocabulary Related to Diagnostic Procedures and Pharmacology
Basic Examination Procedures
Basic Examination Positions
Laboratory Tests
Endoscopy
Centesis
Imaging Techniques
Pharmacology
Medical Technologist
Abbreviations Related to Diagnostic Procedures and Pharmacology
Career Opportunities
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APPENDIX A: PREFIXES, COMBINING FORMS, AND SUFFIXES
APPENDIX B: ABBREVIATIONS AND THEIR MEANINGS
INDEX