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Medical Terminology III

This course is part of Medical Terminology Specialization

Laura S. Kabiri

Instructor: Laura S. Kabiri

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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15 hours to complete
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.9

(108 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

15 hours to complete
3 weeks at 5 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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There are 6 modules in this course

This module is the introduction to the course that will cover the brain, nerves, senses, digestion, and reproduction.

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1 video3 readings1 discussion prompt

Welcome to the nervous system module! This module will introduce you to medical terms related to the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Following the SOAP note format, we will look at common complaints, tests, diagnoses, and treatments used in neurology, psychology, and psychiatry. Let's get started with medical terms for the nervous system. Buckle up...

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5 videos5 readings1 assignment2 discussion prompts5 plugins

Welcome to the special senses module. This module will introduce you to medical terms related to the special senses: specifically, the eye and ear. Following the SOAP note format, we will look at common complaints, tests, diagnoses, and treatments used in ophthalmology and otolaryngology. Now let's use those senses to "watch" and "listen" to medical terms pertaining to vision and hearing...

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5 videos5 readings1 assignment2 discussion prompts5 plugins

Welcome to the digestive system module. This module will introduce you to medical terms related to the mouth, esophagus, stomach, intestines, and accessory organs like the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. Following the SOAP note format, we will look at common complaints, tests, diagnoses, and treatments used in gastroenterology. I will let you "digest" the material in this module. Bon appetite!

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5 videos5 readings1 assignment2 discussion prompts5 plugins

Welcome to the final module with new content: the reproductive system! This module will introduce you to medical terms related to the male and female reproductive organs. Following the SOAP note format, we will look at common complaints, tests, diagnoses, and treatments used in andrology, obstetrics, and gynecology. Now let's see how well you can "reproduce" this module's contents on your upcoming assessments...

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3 videos3 readings1 assignment2 discussion prompts3 plugins

Well, you've done it! With this final module, we have finished the race, landed the plane, completed the specialization. Before we celebrate, these is still one more exam to do. There should be no surprises, beside your surprise at how much you've learned! Finish strong...

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1 video1 reading1 assignment1 peer review2 discussion prompts

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Laura S. Kabiri
Rice University
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