OFAD 2640 Medical Terminology Anatomy and Physiology I

3 Credit Hour(s)

This course will combine the relationship of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology as they relate to the body systems, anatomical structures and variety of diseases that afflict humans. Prefixes, suffixes, abbreviations, plural endings, word roots, and combined forms are covered. Terms and structures are presented that relate to all areas of medical science, hospital service, and paramedical facilities. Emphasis will be on the planes of the body as well as the digestive, urinary, reproductive, nervous, and respiratory systems.

This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.

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