Mastering Medical Terminology, 4th Edition

• Combines learning and application in one text – the only reference guide needed for the undergraduate and early clinical years
• Takes a ‘building blocks’ approach - learn the basics of word structures first, then the more complex terminology associated with the human body as a whole and then each body system
• Simple, non-technical explanations of medical terms, clinical procedures, laboratory tests and abbreviations
• Optimises learning with a wide variety of activities and exercises
• Includes a pronunciation guide and practice exercises, examples of terminology in context and diagrams and illustrations to enhance understanding
• Additional resources including multiple choice questions, Test bank, audio glossary and flash cards available online

New to this edition

• Additional and updated information on COVID-19
• Common acronyms and abbreviations found in medical/health/patient records
• Medical terminology specific to robotic assisted procedures and artificial intelligence in healthcare

Instructor resources on Evolve:

• Lesson plans
• Semester planner
• Power point presentations
• Image Library
• Test bank

Students and Instructor resources on Evolve:

• Flashcards
• MCQ’s
• Audio Glossary

Preface
Acknowledgments
How to use this book

Module 1: Introduction

Chapter 1: Basic Word Structure
Chapter 2: Building a Medical Vocabulary

Module 2: The Body as a Framework

Chapter 3: The Human Body
Chapter 4: Musculoskeletal System
Chapter 5: Integumentary System

Module 3: Internal Workings of the Body

Chapter 6: Haematology
Chapter 7: Lymphatic and Immune Systems
Chapter 8: Endocrine System
Chapter 9: Cardiovascular System
Chapter 10: Respiratory System
Chapter 11: Digestive System
Chapter 12: Nervous System
Chapter 13: The Senses
Chapter 14: Urinary System
Chapter 15: Male Reproductive System
Chapter 16: Female Reproductive System
Chapter 17: Obstetrics and Neonatology
Chapter 18: Mental Health

Module 4: Systemic Conditions

Chapter 19: Oncology
Chapter 20: Infectious and Parasitic Disease
Chapter 21: Radiology and Nuclear Medicine
Chapter 22: Pharmacology

Module 5: Special Applications

Chapter 23: Complementary and Alternative Therapies
Chapter 24: Public Health, Epidemiology and Research Terms

Word element glossary
Glossary of medical terms
Specific word elements
Normal reference values for haematological testing
Abbreviations
Answer Guide
Picture credits
Index

Melanie Tassos, BSc, GradCertHECTL, MAppSc, Lecturer, School of Psychology and Public Health, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia, Stephanie Gjorgioski, BHSc(Hons), BHSc(MedClass), BHthInfoMgt, GradCertHECTL, Lecturer, School of Psychology and Public Health, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia and Emma Barker, BHSc, MHthInfoMgt, Casual Academic, School of Psychology and Public Health, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia