Medical Terminology Systems, 6th Edition + Audio CD + TermPlus 3.0 [Paperback]

Barbara Gylys (Author), Mary Wedding (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0803621450 | ISBN-13: 978-0803621459 | Publication Date: March 17, 2009 | Edition: 6

The perfect length for any course, this exceptional full-color, highly illustrated text/workbook uses a body system organization to focus on word building. This beautifully designed visual text is a unique learning package that s a true blend of words, art, and technology. Word Building the foundation for success begins with Barbara Gylys and the Body Systems Approach. The med term approaches and how they differ Most med terms books teach by memorization the whole word approach. Memorize vocabulary and then try to recognize word patterns. Gylys uses the word-building approach. First learn the patterns of medical words before you learn the vocabulary. Why does word-building work? It begins with the basics Gylys takes a common sense approach, by introducing word elements first: Roots Combining forms Suffixes Prefixes She covers them one by one, breaking down each word part. Common English word elements are presented This familiarity makes it easier for students to learn and break apart and build words. Students can use their understanding of word parts to decipher vocabulary. Mnemonic devices, interactive activities (in the book and on the CD) make word-building fun and this in turn increases retention no more tedious memorization, students learn by breaking down and rebuilding words! From my years of teaching, I found it was much easier for students to learn word parts directly associated with a body system (or specialty area), and this has been the key to my approach in all of my texts and software products. Barbara A. Gylys

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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The courseware is designed to give educators complete control and the ability to customize the course to fit their needs. MTO is designed with the instructor in mind. From the initial menu screen, users can easily link to all MTO courseware features in a format that works in tandem with the text. An alphabetical listing of terms is provided, each with an audio pronunciation along with its definition, to help reinforce spelling, foster clearer understanding of the term's meaning and enhance memorization. Case study questions are included for reviewing for quizzes and tests. MTO also features dynamic illustrations that allow users to identify words and their meanings visually as an effective way to learn medical terminology. This version of Medical Terminology Online accompanies Medical Terminology Systems: A Body Systems Approach, 5th Edition, providing a seamless integration between text and online courseware. Package includes text, audio, and IMT v2.0.

Product Details

• Paperback: 608 pages
• Publisher: F.A. Davis Company; 6 edition (March 17, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0803621450
• ISBN-13: 978-0803621459
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #21,300 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for learning medical terminology!, December 17, 2009

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This review is from: Medical Terminology Systems, 6th Edition + Audio CD + TermPlus 3.0 (Paperback)

I have learned so much from this book and CD! It's a great tool for learning medical terminology (and believe me, some of the words are VERY long and hard to say!). The book is filled with pictures, tables, activities, and diagrams. It makes learning medical terminology easier!

Easy to use and follow, Medical Terminology Systems: A Body Systems Approach has thousands of terms: Prefixes, suffixes, roots, abbreviations, medical, surgical, diagnostic, and pathological terms. The audio CD included helps you pronunce the words correctly. A great book for any medical professional and healthcare student! Recommended!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific book, April 17, 2010

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This review is from: Medical Terminology Systems, 6th Edition + Audio CD + TermPlus 3.0 (Paperback)

I wish that I'd had this book earlier. I have taken Medical Billing and Coding and used a medical term book to prepare. It was ho-hum. Now I am getting ready to go into a nursing program and this book is awesome. I especially appreciate how it links the terms with actual visual presentations of anatomy. It also discusses symptoms and gives you practice reading physician reports. The computer CD-Rom has reviews, quizzes and puzzles that help to sharpen your skills. It even has an audio CD that gives the correct pronunciation of the terms. My daughter's nursing teacher recommended this book. How glad I am that she did!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars medical terminology, July 6, 2009

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This review is from: Medical Terminology Systems, 6th Edition + Audio CD + TermPlus 3.0 (Paperback)

A great book to learn medical terminology because it incorporates anatomy and physiology with relevant terms. This book does a nice job of introducing building blocks of terms in a way that gives them meaning.