Online Class: Comprehensive Medical Terminology 1 & 2

This comprehensive medical terminology combination course covers both courses: Medical Terminology 101 and 201.

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Lessons
34

Exams &
Assignments
5,646

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33

Hours
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3.3

CEUs

Course Description

Medical Terminology Mastery: From Foundations to Fluency

The world of medicine is vast and intricate, making the language used within it equally complex. Given the critical nature of healthcare, even the slightest miscommunication can lead to significant consequences. With the global healthcare industry projected to grow at an unprecedented rate, the necessity for clear, concise medical communication has never been higher.

Enter the Medical Terminology Mastery Course, an all-encompassing journey through both foundational and advanced medical terminologies. This course seamlessly amalgamates the robust content of Medical Terminology 101 and 201, setting you on the path to achieve medical linguistic excellence.

Course Overview

Beginning with the foundational elements, the course delves deep into the roots of medical words, encapsulating the prefixes, suffixes, and word roots. With these building blocks in hand, the voyage continues through each body system. Here, we unravel the layers, ensuring you not only recognize but also define related medical terms with precision.

For instance, you won't just learn the term 'angina pectoris' but understand that 'angina' means pain and 'pectoris' refers to the chest – a chest pain typically due to reduced blood flow to the heart. Such in-depth explorations peppered throughout the course make it an invaluable asset for both novices and seasoned professionals.

Why This Course?

Depth & Breadth: The curriculum dives deep into each topic, with some modules extended over two lessons for a thorough understanding, like the Digestive System (Lesson 7 & 8) or the Musculoskeletal System (Lesson 10 & 11).
Relevance: With up-to-date content mirroring the latest advancements in medicine, you'll always be a step ahead.
Interactive Learning: Engage with diverse resources, from assignments and exams to netlinks, ensuring comprehensive understanding and retention.
Refresher or First-Timer: While newcomers will find this course a robust introduction, seasoned professionals will appreciate it as a comprehensive refresher.

Course Modules:

The course spans 22 meticulously curated lessons. While the initial modules lay the groundwork with medical basics and word roots, the subsequent lessons navigate the complexities of the human body. From understanding the body's orientation (Lesson 3) to diving into the nuances of the respiratory (Lesson 14 & 15), integumentary (Lesson 17), and genitourinary systems (Lesson 20), each module is crafted for holistic understanding.

The course culminates in a rigorous final exam (Lesson 22), ensuring you emerge not just with knowledge, but with the confidence to apply it.

Step into the World of Medical Excellence

Medicine is as much about knowledge as it is about communication. The ability to convey complex medical scenarios with clarity and precision can make the difference between accurate or misguided treatments.

Whether you're stepping into the vast arena of healthcare or looking to solidify your existing knowledge, the Medical Terminology Mastery Course is your ultimate companion. Come, embark on a journey of medical linguistic excellence and emerge fluent in the language of healthcare. Enroll today, and take a step closer to medical eloquence.

Courses Frequently Bought Together:

Medical Terminology 101

Anatomy and Physiology 101

Medical Terminology 201

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6 Months to Complete
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Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:

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Lesson 1: Medical Basics

This lesson will identify basic body systems, medical terms, and vital signs; distinguish between symptoms and disease; determine the specialty of care by identifying the meaning of the word root and much more. Additional lesson topics: 75 Must Know medical terms, abbreviations and acronyms 101 Total Points

Lesson 1 Video
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: Medical Terminology Introduction
Assessment: Lesson 1 Quiz: Medical Basics

Lesson 2: Basic Word Roots, Prefixes, and Suffixes

This lesson will define word roots, prefixes, and suffixes; provide an understanding of how to analyze and construct medical terms from their component part and much more. 100 Total Points

Lesson 2 Video
Lesson discussions: Health Careers
Assessment: Lesson 2 Quiz: Basic Word Roots

Lesson 3: Human Body Orientation

This lesson will define anatomy and physiology, recognize anatomic position, familiarize students with planes of the body, equip students with the ability to locate parts of the body based on the descriptive orientation terms, and much more. 90 Total Points

Lesson 3 Video
Complete Assignment: On-line Research
Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam: Human Body Orientation

Lesson 4: The Human Body in Health and Disease

This lesson will recognize terms related to the pathology of cells, tissues, and glands; types of disease, and modes of disease transmission; recognize different medical specialties and specialists; and much more. 100 Total Points

Lesson 4 Video
Assessment: Lesson 4 Quiz: The Human Body in Health and Disease

Lesson 5: The Cardiovascular System

The Cardiovascular System. 20 Total Points

Lesson 5 Video
Complete Assignment: On-line Research
Assessment: Lesson 5 Quiz: The Cardiovascular System

Lesson 6: Cardiovascular System Continued

Lesson material will achieve these objectives:
Describe the heart in terms of chambers, valves, heartbeat, and blood supply.
Identify and describe the three different types of blood vessels.
Identify the major components of the blood.
Additional lesson topics: Video: Heart and Circulatory System 30 Total Points

Lesson 6 Video
Complete Assignment: On-line Research
Assessment: Lesson 6 Quiz: Cardiovascular System Continued

Lesson 7: The Digestive System

Introduction to the Digestive System. 11 Total Points

Lesson 7 Video
Assessment: Lesson 7 Quiz: The Digestive System

Lesson 8: Digestive System Continued

Lesson material will achieve these objectives:
Identify and describe the major organs and structures of the digestive tract.
Define digestive related word parts.
Build and analyze medical terms with word parts presented. Additional lesson topics: Bariatric Surgery 57 Total Points

Lesson 8 Video
Complete Assignment: Gastroenterology Procedures
Assessment: Lesson 8: Digestive System Continued

Lesson 9: The Lymphatic System

The Lymphatic System. 19 Total Points

Lesson 9 Video
Complete Assignment: Plural Formation
Assessment: Lesson 9 Quiz: The Lymphatic System

Lesson 10: The Musculoskeletal System

The Musculoskeletal System. Additional lesson topics: Axial skeletal 10 Total Points

Lesson 10 Video
Assessment: Lesson 10 Quiz: The Musculoskeletal System

Lesson 11: Musculoskeletal System Continued

Lesson material will achieve these objectives:
Identify and describe the major structures and functions of the muscular and skeletal systems.
Describe the different joint types.
Recognize and define terms related to muscle movements and ident 35 Total Points

Lesson 11 Video
Complete Assignment: Fracture Types
Assessment: Lesson 11 Quiz: Musculoskeletal System Continued

Lesson 12: The Nervous System

Introduction to the Nervous System. Additional lesson topics: Nervous System 10 Total Points

Lesson 12 Video
Assessment: Lesson 12 Quiz: Nervous System

Lesson 13: The Nervous System Continued

Lesson material will achieve these objectives: Describe the major structure and functions of the nervous system. Identify the major divisions of the nervous system. Recognize and define common pathologies and diagnostic and treatment procedures. 39 Total Points

Lesson 13 Video
Complete Assignment: Deciphering a Procedure Report
Assessment: Lesson 13 Quiz: The Nervous System Continued

Lesson 14: The Respiratory System

Introduction to the Respiratory System. 10 Total Points

Lesson 14 Video
Assessment: Lesson 14 Quiz: The Respiratory System

Lesson 15: Respiratory System Continued

Lesson material will achieve these objectives:
Identify the organs and other structures of the respiratory system.
Build and analyze medical terms with word parts.
Define and spell the disease and disorder, diagnostic, surgical, and terms. 37 Total Points

Lesson 15 Video
Complete Assignment: Respiratory Procedures
Assessment: Lesson 15 Quiz: Respiratory System

Lesson 16: The Skin and Sense Organs

Introduction to the skin and sensory organs. 8 Total Points

Lesson 16 Video
Assessment: Lesson 16 Quiz: Skin and Sense Organs

Lesson 17: The Integumentary System

Lesson material will achieve these objectives:
Identify organs and structures of the integumentary system.
Identify and define associated word parts.
Build and analyze medical terms with word parts from Quick Medical Terminology 1.
49 Total Points

Lesson 17 Video
Complete Assignment: Skin Surgery
Assessment: Lesson 17 Quiz: Integumentary System

Lesson 18: Male and Female Reproductive Systems

In-depth look of the Male and Female Reproductive Systems. 215 Total Points

Lesson 18 Video
Complete Assignment: Decipher Radiologist Report
Assessment: Lesson 18 Exam: Midterm Review

Lesson 19: Endocrine System, Urinary System

Let's study the Endocrine System and Urinary System. 11 Total Points

Lesson 19 Video
Assessment: Lesson 19 Quiz: Endocrine and Urinary Systems

Lesson 20: The Genitourinary Systems

Lesson material will achieve these objectives: Describe the major functions of the urinary and reproductive systems. Name and describe the structures of the urinary and reproductive systems. Recognize and define terms related to the pathology,and diagnosi 15 Total Points

Lesson 20 Video
Assessment: Lesson 20 Quiz: The Genitourinary Systems

Lesson 21: Examination and Instrumentation

This lesson will describe the techniques of inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation; and identify and understand various instruments utilized in a physical examination as they relate to specific body parts. 80 Total Points

Lesson 21 Video
Assessment: Lesson 21 Quiz: Examination and Instrumentation

Lesson 22: Final Exam

Final Exam 119 Total Points

Lesson discussions: Course Completion Poll: Your Thoughts; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
Assessment: The Final Exam Part 1
Assessment: The Final Exam Part 2

1166

Total Course Points

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Define and recognize basic word roots, prefixes, and suffixes.
Describe human body orientation.
Describe the human body in health and disease.
Identify and define terms relating to the cardiovascular system.
Identify and define terms relating to the digestive system.
Identify and define terms relating to the lymphatic system.
Identify and define terms relating to the musculoskeletal system.
Identify and define terms relating to the nervous system.
Identify and define terms relating to the respiratory system.
Identify and define terms relating to the skin and sense organs.
Identify and define terms relating to the male and female reproductive systems.
Identify and define terms relating to the endocrine system and urinary systems.
Identify and define terms relating to the the genitourinary system.
Identify and define common terms used in examinations.
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

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Course Title: Comprehensive Medical Terminology 1 & 2

Course Number: 8900160

Lessons Rating: 4.5 / 5 Stars (6,185 votes)

Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries

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Availability: This course is online and available in all 50 states including: California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Texas, and Washington.

Last Updated: February 2024

Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class

CEU Value: 3.3 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.

Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams

Instructor: Cheryl Reinerio, RN, MSN

Syllabus: View Syllabus

Course Fee: $145.00 U.S. dollars

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