Foundations of Medical Terminology-Foundations of Medical Terminology

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The video provides an overview of medical terminology presented by the American Association of Medical Assistants. It emphasizes the importance of using a common language to ensure effective communication among healthcare professionals. Medical terminology involves root words, suffixes, prefixes, and combining forms to describe conditions, procedures, and body parts. The video covers body planes, directional terms, and body cavities, crucial for accurate description in medical records and patient care. Look-alike, sound-alike terms are highlighted to avoid misunderstandings. The presentation includes exercises to practice forming medical terms and checkpoints to assess understanding. In conclusion, proficiency in medical terminology enhances communication, patient safety, and overall quality of care in the healthcare field.

Keywords

medical terminology

American Association of Medical Assistants

common language

healthcare professionals

root words

body planes

directional terms

body cavities

patient safety