Medical Terminology
Dr. Debra Reed, D.C.
debra.reed@hcisd.org
Phone Number: 427-3600 X1152
Conference: 2nd Period (9:09 AM– 9:57 AM)
Course Description:
Grade Level: 11-12
PEIMS: 020300
Credits: ½
Pre-requisite: none
Semesters: 1
This course is designed to develop a working knowledge of the language of
medicine. Students acquire word building skills by learning prefixes, suffixes,
roots, abbreviations, and symbols. Communication skills using the terminology
applicable to the health science industry will be practiced. Knowledge of medical
terminology enhances the student’s ability to successfully secure employment or
pursue advanced education in health care.
Textbook: Introduction to Medical Terminology, by Ehrlich and Schroeder
ISBN # 1401841791
Course Outline:
Unit1 Prefixes
Unit 2 Suffixes
Unit 3 Medical Abbreviations
Unit 4 Integumentary System Terminology
Unit 5 Musculoskeletal System Terminology
Unit 6 Cardiovascular System Terminology
Unit 7 Respiratory System Terminology
Unit 8 Nervous System Terminology
Unit 9 Vision Terminology
Unit 10 Hearing Terminology
Unit 11 Smell Terminology
Unit 12 Taste Terminology
Unit 13 Endocrine System Terminology
Unit 14 Digestive System Terminology
Unit 15 Urinary System Terminology
Unit 16 Female Reproductive System Terminology
Unit 17 Male Reproductive System Terminology
Tutoring Schedule:
Monday - Friday 7:50 – 8:10 a.m., and after school (must be in classroom by
4:15 PM, otherwise I am likely to leave campus.)
Rules & Consequences: See attached
Course Grading:
Daily
Worksheets, Miscellaneous Assignments
42.5%
Quizzes
Unit quizzes
42.5%
Exam
Final
15.0%
Total: 100.0%
This is a college level class with Dual credit available for those who sign up. A
grade of 80% must be earned to receive credit, as well as at least one Health
Science class taken as a Junior or Senior. Attendance is important. Only 5 days
in the fall semester and 4 days in the spring semester are allowed to be missed
to receive credit. So wash your hands often, so you won’t get sick!