The Language of Medicine

13th Edition - November 24, 2023
Author: Davi-Ellen Chabner
Language: English
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Effectively master medical terminology with Davi-Ellen Chabner's The Language of Medicine, 13th Edition. Centering on Chabner’s proven method of learning medical terms by studying them in the context of the human body, this highly praised and bestselling text helps individuals of all educational backgrounds easily understand and remember important medical terminology by incorporating easy-to-follow explanations, relevant examples, and countless reinforcement exercises. This new edition also features additional clinical practice exercises; more medical procedure photos; timely content on immunity and vaccines, infection control, advances in cardiology, cancer research, emerging orthopedic treatments; and more. No matter where your career path takes you, Chabner’s proven method for med term mastery will prepare you for success.

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Cover image
Title page
Disclaimer
Table of Contents
Copyright
Dedication
PREFACE
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
REVIEWERS
Chapter 1. Basic Word Structure
Objectives in Studying the Medical Language
Word Analysis
Chapter 2. Terms Pertaining to the Body as a Whole
Structural Organization of the Body
Abdominopelvic Regions and Quadrants
Divisions of the Back (Spinal Column)
Positional and Directional Terms
Planes of the Body
Chapter 3. Suffixes
Introduction
A Closer Look
Chapter 4. Prefixes
Introduction
A Closer Look
Chapter 5. Digestive System
Introduction
Anatomy and Physiology
Pathology of the Digestive System
Pathologic Conditions
Chapter 6. Additional Suffixes and Digestive System Terminology
Introduction
Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures
Chapter 7. Urinary System
Introduction
Anatomy of the Major Organs
Physiology: How the Kidneys Produce Urine
Urinalysis
Pathologic Terminology: Kidney, Bladder, and Associated Conditions
Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures
Chapter 8. Female Reproductive System
Introduction
Organs of the Female Reproductive System
Menstruation and Pregnancy
Pathology: Gynecologic, Breast, Pregnancy, and Neonatal
Clinical Tests and Procedures
Chapter 9. Male Reproductive System
Introduction
Anatomy
Pathologic Conditions; SexuallyTransmitted Infections
Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures
Chapter 10. Nervous System
Introduction
General Structure of the Nervous System
Neurons, Nerves, and Glial Cells
The Brain
The Spinal Cord and Meninges
Pathology
Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures
Chapter 11. Cardiovascular System
Introduction
Blood Vessels and the Circulation of Blood
Anatomy of the Heart
Physiology of the Heart
Blood Pressure
Pathology: the Heart and Blood Vessels
Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures
Chapter 12. Respiratory System
Introduction
Anatomy and Physiology of Respiration
Pathology
Clinical Procedures
Chapter 13. Blood System
Introduction
Composition and Formation of Blood
Blood Types
Blood Clotting
Pathology
Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures
Chapter 14. Lymphatic and Immune Systems
Introduction
Lymphatic System
Immune System
Pathologic Conditions
Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures
Chapter 15. Musculoskeletal System
Introduction
Bones
Pathology—Bones
Joints
Pathology—Joints
Muscles
Pathology—Muscles
Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures
Chapter 16. Skin
Introduction
Anatomy of the Skin
Accessory Structures of the Skin
Pathology
Laboratory Tests and Clinical Procedures
Chapter 17. Sense Organs: The Eye and the Ear
Introduction
The Eye
Errors of Refraction
Pathology—the Eye
Clinical Procedures—the Eye
The Ear
Pathology—the Ear
Clinical Procedures—the Ear
Chapter 18. Endocrine System
Introduction
Thyroid Gland
Parathyroid Glands
Adrenal Glands
Pancreas
Pituitary Gland
Ovaries
Testes
Pathology
Laboratory Tests
Clinical Procedures
Chapter 19. Cancer Medicine (Oncology)
Introduction
Characteristics of Tumors
Carcinogenesis
Classification of Cancerous Tumors
Pathologic Descriptions
Grading and Staging Systems
Cancer Treatment
Laboratory Tests
Clinical Procedures
Chapter 20. Radiology and Nuclear Medicine
Introduction
Radiology
Nuclear Medicine
Chapter 21. Pharmacology
Introduction
Drug Names, Standards, and References
Administration of Drugs
Drug Actions and Interactions
Drug Toxicity
Classes of Drugs
Chapter 22. Psychiatry
Introduction
Psychiatric Clinical Symptoms
Psychiatric Disorders
Therapeutic Modalities
MINI-DICTIONARY
GLOSSARY
APPENDIX I. Plurals
APPENDIX II. Abbreviations, Symbols, Acronyms, and Eponyms
APPENDIX III. Normal Hematologic Reference Values and Implications of Abnormal Results
APPENDIX IV. Drugs
Index