Medical Language Immerse Yourself

by Turley, Susan M., MA, BSN, RN, ART, CMT

• ISBN13: 9780134988399
• ISBN10: 0134988396
• Edition: 5th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2019-02-04
• Publisher: Pearson

About This Book

Medical Language: Immerse Yourself, 5th Edition

ISBN: 9780134988399

Medical Language: Immerse Yourself, 5th Edition, is a comprehensive textbook designed for students and educators in the field of medical terminology. This book is a go-to resource for anyone looking to build a solid foundation in medical language, whether you're a student in a healthcare program or a professional seeking to refresh your knowledge.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in healthcare programs at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding medical terminology, including professionals looking to expand their knowledge or improve their communication skills in a healthcare setting.

History and Editions

The 5th edition of Medical Language: Immerse Yourself has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and discussions on medical terminology. This edition includes detailed updates on anatomical and clinical terminology, ensuring that it remains current and relevant. The book is designed to immerse students in the world of medical language through interactive games, Dynamic Study Modules, and narrated lectures.

Author and Other Works

Susan M. Turley is the author of Medical Language: Immerse Yourself. Susan Turley is known for her clear and concise writing style, making complex medical concepts accessible to students of all levels. Her expertise in medical terminology ensures that the text remains accurate and up-to-date.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in medical terminology, including detailed explanations and examples.
• Interactive Learning Tools: The text is complemented by MyLab Medical Terminology, which includes interactive features such as games, Dynamic Study Modules, and narrated lectures.
• Updated Research: The 5th edition includes detailed updates on medical terminology, ensuring that it reflects the latest research and discussions in the field.
• Modular Approach: The book is designed with a modular approach, making it easy to adapt to different course structures.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780134988399
• eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9780135213643
• MyLab Medical Terminology with Pearson eText--Access Card Package: ISBN-13: 9780135213643

Publication Details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication Date: 2019
• Number of Pages: 1024
• Language: English
• Item Weight: 2.5 pounds
• Dimensions: 8.75" wide x 11.00" long x 1.25"

Other Editions and Formats

• MyLab Medical Terminology with Pearson eText--Access Card Package: This package includes the physical text and access to MyLab Medical Terminology, which provides interactive tools for learning medical terminology.

Related ISBNs:

• MyLab Medical Terminology with Pearson eText--Access Card Package: ISBN-13: 9780135213643
• Medical Language: Immerse Yourself, 5th Edition (without MyLab): ISBN-13: 9780134988399

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Medical Language: Immerse Yourself, 5th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Author Biography

Susan M. Turley, MA (Education), BSN, RN, RHIT, CMT, is a full-time author and editor with extensive experience in both the medical and educational fields.

As a healthcare professional, Susan has worked in a variety of healthcare settings: acute care/ICU, long-term care, physicians’ offices, and managed care. She has held positions as an intensive care nurse, plasmapheresis nurse, infection control officer, physician office auditor, medical transcriptionist, director of education, and director of quality management and corporate compliance for an HMO.

An adjunct professor in the School of Health, Wellness, and Physical Education of Anne Arundel Community College in Arnold, Maryland, Susan has taught courses in medical terminology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and medical transcription. She was instrumental in gaining initial accreditation for the college’s medical assisting program. Susan co-developed The SUM Program for Medical Transcription Training and reference books for the Health Professions Institute, and developed the curricula for the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs for the International Institute of Original Medicine. She has been a guest speaker at national seminars on accreditation of utilization management programs, medical transcription teacher training, and health information management certification examination review.

Susan is also the author of the soon-to-be-released Understanding Pharmacology for Health Professionals, 6th Edition (Pearson, 2021) and more than 40 articles published in medical transcription and health information management journals. With physician coauthors, she has written three nationally funded grants and two chapters in physicians’ anesthesiology and ENT textbooks. She has also coauthored numerous abstracts and articles published in nationally known medical journals, and most recently was the editor for an opinion column that appeared in the J ournal of the American Medical Association (JAMA).

Susan holds a master of arts degree in adult education from Norwich University in Vermont and a bachelor of science degree in nursing from the Pennsylvania State University, and has state licensure as an RN. She is a member of and has national certification in medical transcription from the Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity (AHDI) and is a member of and has national certification from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

Table of Contents

1. Medical Language and Health Care Today
2. Dermatology • Integumentary System
3. Gastroenterology • Gastrointestinal System
4. Pulmonology • Respiratory System
5. Cardiology • Cardiovascular System
6. Hematology and Immunology • Blood and Lymphatic System
7. Orthopedics • Skeletal System
8. Orthopedics • Muscular System
9. Neurology • Nervous System
10. Urology • Urinary System
11. Male Reproductive Medicine • Male Genitourinary System
12. Gynecology and Obstetrics • Female Genital and Reproductive System
13. Endocrinology • Endocrine System
14. Ophthalmology • Eye
15. Otolaryngology • Ears, Nose, and Throat

Appendices
A. Glossary of Medical Word Parts: Prefixes, Suffixes, and Combining Forms
B. Glossary of Medical Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Short Forms