BSBMED301-2-Knowledge Questions (2)
docx
keyboard_arrow_up
School
AIPT & Foundation Education *
*We aren’t endorsed by this school
Course
301
Subject
Medicine
Date
Apr 3, 2024
Type
docx
Pages
3
Uploaded by ElderWombat4016
3
BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
Name
Manizheh Mirlohi
Email address
maya.mirlohi@gmail.com
Assessment
Knowledge questions
Please carefully read through each question posed. In your response, please use terms and phrases you defined in your previous assessment. Reflect on your learning unit and your own research. Please note:
Where the word count is not met, your submission will be returned to you for re-
working.
1.
Fully describe the fundamental word structure used in medical terms. The fundamental word structure used in medical terms is important to understand the basic structure of their meanings. Mostly medical terms consist of three parts such as a root, a prefix and a suffix. When the three are combined it will express the meaning of the term. The root of a word contains the basic meaning or definition of the word often referring to
a body part or system. There may be more than one root word in a medical term, and these are often combined with a combining vowel to make them easier to pronounce. A prefix may or may not be present in every term. It is placed in front of the word to change its meaning (pre means before), or to identify the core meaning of the word. Example: A prefix added to cardia (heart) will identify the type of heart condition e.g. dextrocardia (dextro means right) so in this case dextrodardia indicates that the heart is on the right side of the body, instead of the common left. Another example: the prefixes ‘a’ or ‘an’ are much used in medical terminology and mean without for example: anaemia: an = without/lack of, aemia = blood.
A suffix is found after the word root(s) and can also change the meaning or function of the word root. It can modify its forms to a different part of speech (a noun, a verb or an adjective) or may refer to a condition, disorder of a part of the body or medical procedure to treat it. For example, itis is a very common suffix meaning inflammation e.g.
arthritis. Another example is ectomy is another well-known suffix that means ‘surgical removal of’ as in appendectomy (removal of the appendix).
2. Fully explain sources of information available to check on medical terminology
Having a reliable source for health information is vital to build a strong foundation of knowledge, especially with the current revolution of the internet and social media, which raises many concerns regarding harmful effects on the health of the public. The National Clinical Terminology Service (NCTS), operated by the Australian Digital Health Agency, is responsible for managing, developing and distributing national clinical terminologies and related tools and services to support the digital health requirements of
BSBMED301 – Knowledge Questions Version 1.3 (2019/02/06)
3
BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
the Australian healthcare community. The other way to get information about medical terminology is online dictionary such as
DORLAND’S ILLUSTRATED MEDICAL DICTAONARY.
MOSBY’S MEDICAL DICTAONARY.
Additionally, we can find many sources of information on the internet to help us. Helpful sources include:
The Australian Government Department of Health - search for their Acronyms and Glossary pages.
Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Healthcare 2017, National Safety and Quality Health Service Standard.
Search for their Medical Dictionary; The Virtual Medical Centre - search for their Medical Dictionary.
Australian Institute of Health and Welfare's National Health Data Dictionary (NHDD).
3.
Organisations have guidelines for acceptable medical terminology and abbreviations. Where could you look for guidance on what terminology and abbreviations are appropriate for your workplace?
I can have a look the originations policy and procedure manual and have a look commonly use term on guideline medical terminology. Policies and procedures are an incredibly important part of making sure staff know how to use medical terminology and how to carry out tasks with confidence. Policies and procedures are the first things an organisation should establish in order to operate effectively. Policies are rules, guidelines and principles that communicate an organisation’s culture. Apart from policies and procedures, there are some other reliable resources of terminology that are appropriate for the workplace. This includes other reliable organisations in the health sector. Guidelines provided in organisations such as Diabetes Australia, Or Cancer Council are reliable resources to look for. It is worth mentioning that after using these resources, references should be provided to avoid plagiarism. On the other hand, some government approved websites are also another valuable asset in this field. For instance, Safetyandquality.gov.au is a reliable resource. In addition, Australian Department of Health and some current peer reviewed articles are amongst magnificent helpful sources.
4.
Describe and explain at least 20 examples of medical terminology that are relevant to the health practice that you work in or aspire to work in. (Hypotension: Low blood pressure
Hypertension: High blood pressure Embolism: Blood clot
Inpatient: Plan to stay overnight for one or more days
In remission: Disease is not getting worse; not to be confused with being cured Pyrexia: Fever
BSBMED301 – Knowledge Questions Version 1.3 (2019/02/06)
3
BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
Abdominal: Abdomen
Lumbar Spine: The lower back, made up of five lumbar vertebra
Metatarsal: A group of five bones between the ankle region and the toes.
Posterior: Structures situated at the back of the body, for example Posterior Cruciate Ligament.
Posterior: Structures situated at the back of the body, for example Posterior Cruciate Ligament.
Posterior: Structures situated at the back of the body, for example Posterior Cruciate Ligament.
Osteoarthritis: The most common chronic condition of the joints, this degenerative joint disease is caused by repeated overuse and other factors such as past injury and obesity.
Osteoporosis: A bone disease where decreased bone mineral density increases the risk of
broken bones, with the most common risk factor being advanced age.
Sprain: A stretched or torn ligament, mostly to the ankle and wrist.
Digital – Fingers and toes
Dislocation: An abnormal separation in the joint where two bones meet,
Gluteal – Buttock
Inguinal – Groin
Lumbar – Loin
Mammary – Breast
Thoracic – Chest
BSBMED301 – Knowledge Questions Version 1.3 (2019/02/06)
Your preview ends here
Eager to read complete document? Join bartleby learn and gain access to the full version
- Access to all documents
- Unlimited textbook solutions
- 24/7 expert homework help