HIMS 1120 - Medical Terminology I

4.5 Credits

Students gain a solid foundation of medical terminology through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, word roots, abbreviations, terms, and symbols. It emphasizes understanding the medical vocabulary as it applies to the anatomy, physiology, pathology, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic procedures of the human body. Students participate in an in-depth study of medical terms, including correct spelling and pronunciation, in order to be prepared to enter their professions in the healthcare field.

Lecture Hours: 4.5
Lab Hours: 0.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

Interpret meanings for the combining forms, prefixes, and suffixes utilized in the language of medicine.
Demonstrate the ability to correctly define, pronounce, and spell medical terms.
Demonstrate proficiency in defining medical terms and the relationships among terms relating to anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
Explain clinical procedures, laboratory tests, and abbreviations utilized in the field of medicine.
Analyze and interpret medical communications used to document health care.
Integrate critical-thinking and problem-solving skills essential to career success in the healthcare field.

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