Introduction to Medical Terminology

Introduction to Medical Terminology

Aztec’s Introduction to Medical Terminology course provides an overview of medical terminology for anyone entering a healthcare field. The course introduces learners to the root words, prefixes, suffixes, and combining forms that are the essential building blocks of medical terminology. This course also covers common medical abbreviations and symbols as well as the medical terminology used to describe diseases, conditions, and medical procedures. By the end of the course, learners will have a basic understanding of the medical terminology used across various healthcare settings.

Gain a solid foundation for understanding terminology used in medical records and documentation across healthcare settings.

Features include

  • Comprehensive lessons organized by body systems

  • Extensive focus on the roots, prefixes, suffixes and combining forms that are the basis of complex medical language

  • Guidance on decoding medical terms by breaking them down into word parts

  • Comprehensive lists of medical abbreviations and symbols

  • Key terminology related to diseases, disorders, and conditions

  • Key terminology related to diagnostic assessments, surgical procedures, and therapeutic treatments

  • Flexible learning that applies to various healthcare settings

  • Quizzes and exercises to reinforce understanding and retention of medical language

Basics of medical terminology

  • Importance of standardized medical terminology in healthcare
  • Importance of accuracy in medical documentation
  • Structure of medical terms (roots, prefixes, suffixes)
  • Common spelling rule

Medical Word Parts and Combining Forms

  • Medical word roots, prefixes, and suffixes
  • Combining forms and their functions
  • Guidance in decoding complex terms by breaking them down word parts

Classification and Description of Diseases and Conditions

  • Overview of the anatomy and physiology of each body system
  • Key medical terms related to diseases, disorders, and conditions of the body systems
  • Key medical terms related to diagnostic assessments, surgical procedures, and therapeutic treatments

Medical Abbreviations, Symbols, and Time Conventions

  • Lists of commonly used medical abbreviations and symbols
  • Explanation of military time and its use in medical setting

ADMIN & MANAGEMENT

Aztec’s Intro to Medical Terminology course provides reporting features for tracking student progress, enabling administrators and instructors to monitor learning outcomes and identify areas for additional instruction. This allows for personalized learning experiences, ensuring that each student builds a strong foundation in medical terminology.