Description
TERMINOLOGY APPLIED TO HEALTH SCIENCES
Book Summary
This practical manual offers a complete and organized guide for the correct learning and use of terminology in health sciences. The authors present the fundamentals of Greco-Latin etymology applied to medicine and nursing, with the goal of minimizing errors in comprehension and writing. The work combines refined theory with a wide array of multiple-choice exercises, following international assessment standards. Upon completion, the student will have acquired the necessary competencies to assimilate and accurately employ technical terms in the healthcare field.
What is it about?
The work is organized into three major units that address, in a progressive manner, the fundamentals of terminology, the nomenclature of basic sciences, and their application in clinical practice. Through the structural analysis of words, the reader will learn to break down medical terms into their Greco-Latin roots and affixes, understanding their meaning and origin. The book includes a large number of multiple-choice questions designed to relate concepts, encourage clinical reflection, and exemplify the practical use of each term. All answers are found at the end of the work, allowing for self-assessment. Furthermore, it features a glossary of roots and affixes arranged alphabetically according to their Spanish pronunciation, and a bibliography that includes textbooks, dictionaries, and online resources for further study of the subject.
Main Topics
- Fundamentals of Greco-Latin etymology applied to health sciences.
- Structural analysis of words: roots, prefixes, and suffixes of medical use.
- Terminology of basic sciences (anatomy, physiology, pathology).
- Terminology applied to clinical practice and medical specialties.
- Prevention of common errors in the comprehension and writing of healthcare terms.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at undergraduate and postgraduate students in health sciences, such as medicine, nursing, physical therapy, dentistry, and other related disciplines. It is also useful for healthcare professionals who wish to reinforce their terminological knowledge or who need a practical reference for the precise use of clinical language in their daily work.
What this book offers
- Provides a clear and progressive methodology to master medical terminology from its etymological foundations.
- Facilitates self-assessment through hundreds of multiple-choice questions with annotated answers at the end of the work.
- Helps avoid frequent errors in the comprehension and writing of terms, improving precision in clinical communication.
- Includes a glossary of Greco-Latin roots and affixes arranged alphabetically, useful as a quick reference tool.
- Offers an integrated view of basic and clinical terminology, connecting theory with its practical application in the healthcare environment.
Technical Specifications
- Author: VELEZ GARCIA, FRANCISCO
- Publisher: Elsevier
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Medicine: general issues, study and revision guides, and reference material
- Collection: Medicine
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication Date: January 2025
- Number of pages: 200
- Weight: 375 g
Editorial Assessment
This is a practical reference work for those who are starting out or need to consolidate their knowledge of healthcare terminology. Its didactic approach, based on etymology and structural analysis, is especially useful for overcoming common difficulties in understanding medical language. The inclusion of self-assessment exercises and a specific glossary makes it an effective tool for independent study. Recommended for students seeking a clear, complete manual oriented toward real clinical application.