Please note: This course is restricted to students admitted to the UCLA Health Medical Assistant Program only.
Medical Terminology II
MED X 410.4
This course is a comprehensive continuation to terminology used in the medical field. Emphasis is placed on defining medical terms and abbreviations, understanding basic human anatomy, and documenting medical terms.
What you can learn.
- Identify and build on medical terms from previous terminology course
- Intermix terminologies to create new medical terms
- Amplify understanding in reference to patient symptoms
- Effectively document communication with patients and providers
About this course:
Course is a comprehensive introduction to terminology used in the medical field. Emphasis will be placed on anatomy and physiology, abnormal condition, diagnostic and surgical procedures, as well as medical roots, prefixes, and suffixes. Skill emphasis is placed on defining medical terms and abbreviations, understanding basic human anatomy, and documenting medical terms.Contact Us
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