Early Learning, Supportive Care 20, 30
ELSC50
Module 50: Medical Terminology (Optional)
Outcome
Explore the contemporary meaning and historical origins of medical terminology.
Indicators
(a) | Identify word parts such as prefixes, roots, suffixes. |
(b) | Recognize the meanings of common Greek and Latin prefixes, roots and suffixes on which many medical terms are based. |
(c) | Combine word elements to form medical terms (e.g., dys-difficult and pneabreathing become dyspnea, meaning difficulty in breathing) |
(d) | Investigate programs or courses that offer instruction on medical terminology in the local community. |
(e) | Interpret medical reference points including anatomical body planes, anatomical directional terms, body cavities and abdominal regions. |
(f) | Identify and define some common abbreviation used in health care (e.g., BM – bowel movement, Dx – diagnosis, FBS - fasting blood sugar). |
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