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Medical Terminology I
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 15 hours
  • Course by Rice University
  • Offered by

About

This course will discuss the importance of learning medical language as well as introduce basic word parts and concepts applied in medical terminology. We will also learn about common organization and terms seen in medical records before moving into system-specific terms for the integumentary system (skin), musculoskeletal system (muscles and bones), and urinary (kidneys).

Modules

Course Introduction

    • 2 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 2 Discussion
    • 1 Plugin
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2 Discussions

  • How confident are you?
  • Interested in a study group?

2 Videos

  • Specialization Introduction
  • Meet your professor

3 Readings

  • What you need to know about this course
  • Discussion Forum Guidelines
  • Disability Accommodation Statement

Lesson 1: Why Study Medical Terminology?

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Why Study Medical Terminology?

1 Videos

  • Why Study Medical Terminology?

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Why Study Medical Terminology?"

Lesson 2: Word Parts

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 3 Plugin
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1 Videos

  • Word Parts

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Word Parts"

Lesson 3: Putting It All Together

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Putting It All Together

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Putting It All Together"

Lesson 4: Medical Records and Abbreviations

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Discussions

  • How to Study Medical Terminology?

1 Videos

  • Medical Records and Abbreviations

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Medical Records and Abbreviations"

Module 2 Quiz

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 2 Quiz

Lesson 1: Integumentary System - Introduction and Word Parts

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Discussions

  • "Fun facts" about the skin

1 Videos

  • Integumentary - Intro and Word Parts

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Integumentary - Intro and Word Parts"

Lesson 2: Integumentary System - Subjective Terms

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Videos

  • Integumentary - Subjective Terms

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Integumentary - Subjective Terms"

Lesson 3: Integumentary System - Objective Terms

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Videos

  • Integumentary - Objective Terms

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Integumentary - Objective Terms"

Lesson 4: Integumentary System - Assessment Terms

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Discussions

  • Myths on skin disorders

1 Videos

  • Integumentary - Assessment Terms

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Integumentary - Assessment Terms"

Lesson 5: Integumentary System - Plan Terms

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Videos

  • Integumentary - Plan Terms

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Integumentary - Plan Terms"

Module 3 Quiz

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 3 Quiz

Lesson 1: Musculoskeletal System - Introduction and Word Parts

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Discussions

  • Who also treats disorders of the musculoskeletal system?

1 Videos

  • Musculoskeletal - Introduction and Word Parts

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Musculoskeletal - Intro and Word Parts"

Lesson 2: Musculoskeletal System - Subjective Terms

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Videos

  • Musculoskeletal - Subjective Terms

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Musculoskeletal - Subjective Terms"

Lesson 3: Musculoskeletal System - Objective Terms

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Videos

  • Musculoskeletal - Objective Terms

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Musculoskeletal - Objective Terms"

Lesson 4: Musculoskeletal System - Assessment Terms

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Videos

  • Musculoskeletal - Assessment Terms

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Musculoskeletal - Assessment Terms"

Lesson 5: Musculoskeletal System - Plan Terms

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Discussions

  • Musculoskeletal or orthopedic abbreviations

1 Videos

  • Musculoskeletal - Plan Terms

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Musculoskeletal - Plan Terms"

Module 4 Quiz

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 4 Quiz

Lesson 1: Urinary System - Introduction and Word Parts

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Videos

  • Urinary - Intro and Word Parts

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Urinary - Intro and Word Parts"

Lesson 2: Urinary System - Subjective and Objective Terms

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Discussions

  • Complaints about Kidneys or Bladder

1 Videos

  • Urinary - Subjective and Objective Terms

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Urinary - Subjective and Objective Terms"

Lesson 3: Urinary System - Assessment and Plan Terms

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Discussions

  • Surprising Part of a Visit to a Urologist Office

1 Videos

  • Urinary - Assessment and Plan Terms

1 Readings

  • Note pad for "Urinary - Assessment and Plan Terms"

Module 5 Quiz

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 5 Quiz

Course Final Assessments

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Course I Final Exam

1 Peer Review

  • Test your skills with a real-life example--Optional

1 Discussions

  • Questions or concerns about exam preparation?

1 Readings

  • Please read before you start the final assessments

Course Conclusion

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • We Want Your Feedback!

1 Videos

  • Course Conclusion

Auto Summary

Medical Terminology I, offered by Coursera, focuses on the significance of medical language, introducing basic word parts and concepts in medical terminology. It covers common organizational terms in medical records and system-specific terms for the integumentary, musculoskeletal, and urinary systems. This foundational course in the Science & Engineering domain spans 900 minutes and is available through Starter and Professional subscriptions. Ideal for beginners aiming to grasp essential medical terminology.

Laura S. Kabiri
Instructor

Laura S. Kabiri