Providing a quick and easy approach to learning medical terminology A Short Course in Medical Terminology 3rd Edition and online resources is perfect for use in a 1- or 2- credit course or as continuing education or self-study. Using a concise mnemonic approach the book s consistently formatted chapters and word tables show students how to memorize word parts and use word building to learn medical terminology. The book covers terminology related to structure and function diseases and disorders Abbreviations medical specialties (including pharmacology) and health professions. The Third Edition engages students with hundreds of fun and engaging in-text and online exercises including new flashcard and audio pronunciationactivities crossword puzzles Hangman medical case record and spelling bee questions figure labeling exercises and true/false fill-in-the-blank and multiple choice exercises. Terms are reviewed in narrative context with case study exercises and term review. The updated Third Edition includes new case studies that highlight the role medical terminology plays in communication new online top 200 pharmacology flash cards with audio pronunciations new photos and a wide range of additional visual kinesthetic and auditory questions that appeal to a wide variety of learning styles and preferences. CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition: Minimal damage to the cover dust jacket may not be included minimal wear to binding most of the pages undamaged(e.g. minimal creases or tears) highlighting / underlining acceptable on books as long as the text is readable and markings are not excessive no missing pages. May be a former library book with usual treatments(e.g. mylar covers call stickers stamps card pockets barcodes or remainder marks). Extra components such as CDs DVDs figurines or access codes are not included. ISBN: 9781451176063 ISBN10: 1451176066 Contributors: Collins C. Edward