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Medical Terminology

NUR1101
Two hours English

Medical Terminology

Medical Terminology
1 Week 1: Introduction to Analyzing Medical Terms - Focus on understanding the structure of medical terms: roots, prefixes, suffixes, and combining forms. - Learn how to break down and define medical terms.
2 Week 2: Common Prefixes and Suffixes - Study common prefixes and suffixes used in medical terminology. - Explore how prefixes and suffixes alter the meaning of a root word.
3 Week 3: Organization of the Body - Understand the hierarchical structure of the body: cells, tissues, organs, and systems. - Introduction to terms related to anatomical positions, planes, and directional terms.
4 Week 4: The Integumentary System - Learn terminology related to skin, hair, nails, and related disorders.
5 Week 5: The Skeletal System - Focus on bones, joints, and terminology for common skeletal disorders and conditions.
6 Week 6: The Muscular System - Study muscles, muscle groups, and terminology related to muscle injuries and disorders.
7 Week 7: The Nervous System - Learn terminology related to the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. - Explore neurological diseases and conditions.
8 Week 8: The Special Senses of Sight and Hearing - Study terminology for vision and hearing, including disorders and diagnostic tests.
9 Week 9: The Endocrine System - Focus on the glands and hormones in the body. - Learn terminology for diseases and conditions related to the endocrine system.
10 Week 10: The Cardiovascular System - Learn terms for the heart, blood vessels, blood pressure, and cardiovascular diseases.
11 Week 11: The Lymphatic System and Immunity - Understand the role of the lymphatic system in immunity. - Study related medical terms for lymphatic diseases and disorders.
12 Week 12: The Respiratory System - Explore the terminology for the lungs, airways, and respiratory conditions like asthma and pneumonia.
13 Week 13: The Digestive System - Learn terms related to the digestive organs and digestive processes. - Study common conditions like GERD, ulcers, and IBS.
14 Week 14: The Urinary System - Focus on kidneys, bladder, and the urinary tract. - Learn terms related to urinary diseases like UTI, nephritis, and kidney stones.
15 Week 15: The Reproductive System - Study male and female reproductive systems, pregnancy, childbirth, and related diseases.
1.1 Mapped to: K1

Demonstrate understanding for the origin, structure, and rules shaping medical terminology.

Teaching Strategy - Interactive lectures. / - Group discussion.
Assessment Methods - Midterm Written Exam / - Final Written Exam / - Student’s Activity (1)
1.2 Mapped to: K1

Describe medical terminology related to body systems’ organs, diseases, diagnosis, diagnostic tests, interventions, and healthcare providers specialties

Teaching Strategy - Interactive lectures. / - Group discussion.
Assessment Methods - Midterm Written Exam / - Final Written Exam / - Student’s Activity (1)
1.3 Mapped to: K1

Recognize the commonly medical abbreviation and symbols related to medical terminology

Teaching Strategy - Interactive lectures. / - Group discussion.
Assessment Methods - Midterm Written Exam / - Final Written Exam / - Student’s Activity (1)
2.1 Mapped to: S1

Critically analyze medical terminology by identifying their structures in relation to body systems organs, diseases, diagnostics test, and treatment

Teaching Strategy - Interactive lectures. / - Group discussion.
Assessment Methods - Midterm Written Exam / - Final Written Exam / - Student’s Activity (2)
2.2 Mapped to: S1

Apply knowledge of medical terminology to interpret clinical information

Teaching Strategy - Interactive lectures. / - Group discussion.
Assessment Methods - Midterm Written Exam / - Final Written Exam / - Student’s Activity (2)
2.3 Mapped to: S5

Utilize medical terminology and abbreviation appropriately in verbal and written communication to ensure clarity and precision

Teaching Strategy - Interactive lectures. / - Group discussion.
Assessment Methods - Student’s Activity (2)
3.1 Mapped to: V1

Adhere to principles ethics, and rules by using appropriate medical terminology and abbreviation in nursing documentation and communication

Teaching Strategy - Interactive lectures. / - Group discussion.
Assessment Methods - Student’s Activity (1) / - Student’s Activity (2)
Assessment
Weight
Students Activity 1
15%
Midterm Written Exam
20%
Students Activity 2
25%
Final Written Exam
40%
Total
100%