Fall 2016 Course Syllabi

Course:

AH 171 Medical Terminology

Credit Hours:

3 Semester Hours

Course Description:

This course introduces the basics of medical terminology. Attention will be given

to correct definitions, pronunciation, and spelling of medical terms. Common

medical abbreviations will be integrated throughout the units.

Prerequisites:

None

Course Objectives:

After completion of this course the learner will be able to:

1. Identify the meanings and uses of common medical terms as related to each

body system.

2. Identify body systems, structures and functions

3. Demonstrate correct spelling of commonly used medical terms.

4. Identify medical abbreviations and their meanings.

5. Describe common diagnostic procedures related to each body system.

6. Describe common pathological conditions of each body systems.

Instructor:

Lori Slaubaugh, MSN, RN

4341 69

St. NE

Wolford, ND 58385

Phone: 701-208-0230

Email:

Instructor will reply to all emails within 48 hours.

Lecture Schedule:

See topical outline for lecture schedule and assignment due dates

Technology Required:

All students must have access to high speed internet.

Required Textbook:

Ehrlich, A., & Schroeder C. (2015). Medical Terminology for Health Professions

(8th Ed.) ISBN-13: 978-1-305-63435-0

Course Requirements

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Students are expected to read the assigned chapter(s) for that week, the class

notes, and listen to the CD (that accompanies the textbook).

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Students need to complete each unit assignment prior to the end of the unit.

Upload the assignment to the link included in each unit.

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All units need to be completed in order- you cannot skip around.

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Student must check email and announcements frequently for messages

Dakota College at Bottineau

AH 171 Medical Terminology