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Table Of ContentDevelopment of the English Language I.Greek-Derived Medical Terminology Lesson 1 Greek Nouns and Adjectives Lesson 2 Nouns of the Third Declension Lesson 3 Building Greek Vocabulary I: Nouns and Adjectives Lesson 4 Greek Verbs Lesson 5 Building Greek Vocabulary II Lesson 6 Building Greek Vocabulary III Lesson 7 Building Greek Vocabulary IV II.Latin-Derived Medical Terminology Lesson 8 Latin Nouns and Adjectives Lesson 9 Latin Verbs III.Body Systems Lesson 10 Cardiovascular System Lesson 11 Respiratory System Lesson 12 Digestive System Lesson 13 Optic System Lesson 14 Female Reproductive System Lesson 15 Genitourinary System IV.Additional Study Lesson 16 Hematopoietic and Lymphatic Systems Lesson 17 Musculoskeletal System Lesson 18 Nervous System Lesson 19 Endocrine System V.Nomenclature Lesson 20 Biological Nomenclature Appendices A.Appendix A Index of Combining Forms B.Appendix B Index of Prefixes C.Appendix C Index of Suffixes D.Appendix D Index of Suffix Forms and Compound Suffix Forms E.Appendix E Glossary of English-To-Greek/Latin F.Appendix F Medical Terminology Used in Lessons 1 to 15 Bibliography for Edition IV Bibliography for Edition III Bibliography for Edition II
SynopsisFrom the past to the present...master the language of medicine through its history Take a language-origin approach to mastering medical terminology through the root elements of medical terminology--the prefixes, suffixes, and combining forms from Greek and Latin. Tales from ancient Greek and Latin writers, mythical stories of gods and goddesses, excerpts from the writings of ancient physicians, and modern stories of scientists and physicians who struggled to identify and accurately label the phenomena they observed, make them memorable. Exercises and activities make learning easy. Five Stars. "This book really helped in my class and great for reviewing and practicing. Very simple and not confusing." --Tayler, Online Reviewer Loved this exercise book "...I loved using it to learn the roots. From time to time, I will go to the back of the book where you can look up information very quickly. It has so many interesting stories." --Minnie B., Online Reviewer Updated & Revised! Incorporates the language of medicine today and the Updated! Reflects the currency and accuracy of Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary, 22nd Edition, the field's most trusted resource. Explores the Greek and Latin grammar that is the basis of medical terminology and common English. Builds understanding with vocabulary lists, etymological notes, and vignettes that provide context. Develops skills with exercises for analyzing and defining words, providing derivations from Greek and Latin roots, defining words from medical discussions, and reviewing vocabulary. Illustrates how to apply the principles of medical terminology to specific body systems with etymological notes as a guide., From the past to the present...master the language of medicine through its history Take a language-origin approach to mastering medical terminology through the root elements of medical terminology-the prefixes, suffixes, and combining forms from Greek and Latin. Tales from ancient Greek and Latin writers, mythical stories of gods and goddesses, excerpts from the writings of ancient physicians, and modern stories of scientists and physicians who struggled to identify and accurately label the phenomena they observed, make them memorable. Exercises and activities make learning easy. Updated & Revised! Incorporates the language of medicine today. Updated! Reflects the currency and accuracy of Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary, 22nd Edition, the field's most trusted resource. Explores the Greek and Latin grammar that is the basis of medical terminology and common English. Builds understanding with vocabulary lists, etymological notes, and vignettes that provide context. Develops skills with exercises for analyzing and defining words, providing derivations from Greek and Latin roots, defining words from medical discussions, and reviewing vocabulary. Illustrates how to apply the principles of medical terminology to specific body systems with etymological notes as a guide., From the past to the present...master the language of medicine through its history Take a language-origin approach to mastering medical terminology through the root elements of medical terminology-the prefixes, suffixes, and combining forms from Greek and Latin. Tales from ancient Greek and Latin writers, mythical stories of gods and goddesses, ......, Take a language-origin approach to mastering the language of medicine through the root elements of medical terminology-the prefixes, suffixes, and combining forms from Greek and Latin-with the completely updated edition of this classic text. Explore the Greek and Latin grammar that is the basis of medical terminology and common English. Build your understanding with vocabulary lists and etymological notes and vignettes that provide context. Develop your skills with exercises for analyzing and defining words, providing derivations from Greek and Latin roots, defining words from medical discussions, and reviewing vocabulary. Understand how to apply the principles of medical terminology to specific body systems with etymological notes as your guide.
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