Medical Terminology: A Short Course, 8e

Learn the basics of medical terminology with Medical Terminology: A Short Course 8th Edition! Based on Davi-Ellen Chabners proven learning method this streamlined text omits time-consuming nonessential information and helps you quickly build a working medical vocabulary of the most frequently encountered prefixes suffixes and word roots. Medical terms are introduced in the context of human anatomy and physiology so you understand exact meaning and case studies vignettes and activities demonstrate how theyre used in practice. With writing and interacting with medical terminology on almost every page youll learn the content by doing the work. In addition an Evolve companion website reinforces understanding with medical animations word games and flash cards. Easy to read and understandable language allows you regardless of medical background to quickly grasp and retain medical terminology Self-teaching text/workbook approach reinforces learning every step of the way with labeling diagrams pronunciation tests and review sheets throughout the book First Person narratives help you to understand diseases and conditions from the patients perspective Picture Show activities practical case studies and vignettes demonstrate real-life applications of medical terms in describing describe pathology and procedures Principal Diagnosis feature shows how medical terms are used in clinical practice by asking you to read physician notes about a case and determine the patients principal diagnosis Medical Terminology Check Up at the end of each chapter reinforces your understanding of key concepts Spotlightfeature identifies and clarifies potentially confusing terminology Full-color images illustrate anatomical and pathological terms Evolve student resourcesoptimized for tablet use and mobile-optimized versions of the flash cards and quick quizzes make it easier for on-the-go study and review UNIQUE! Accompanying online course (MTO) provides interactive resources not possible in the print text NEW! Body Systems Challenge self-test reinforces content understanding at your own pace