2010-2011 Syllabus
BE122
Medical Office Vocabulary
2 Credit Hour
Textbook
Medical Terminology Simplified 3rd ed.
B.A. Gylys and R.M. Masters
Division of Business
Instructor: Sue Regan
Medical Office Vocabulary
Fall 2009
Course Number: BE122
Time & Day: 10:00, 11:00, and 1:00 MWF
Location: Room 210
Instructor: Susan Regan/Ken DeLude
Office: Room 210
Phone: (785)243-1435 ext. 230
Email:
Required
Materials: : Medical Terminology Simplified 3rd ed.
Gylys, B.A. and Masters, R.M.
Supplementary Materials: CD’s accompany the textbook.
References: Medical dictionaries are available for purchase in the college bookstore. Look in the Reference Section of the CCCC Library for medical dictionaries. Go to 610 Medical Science for several reference choices. Check the library online for other medical resources.
Office Hours: 9:00 – 3:00 MWF (Ken DeLude)
Course Description:
This course presents a study of basic medical terminology. Prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, special endings, plural forms, abbreviations, and symbols are included in the content. A programmed learning, word building systems approach is used to learn word parts for constructing or analyzing new terms. Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition, usage, and pronunciation.
Method of Evaluation/Grading:
Students will be expected to complete 11 units. At the end of each unit the student will complete a Medical Terminology Quiz. All 11 quizzes, midterm, and comprehensive final are weighted for final grade. All exam scores will be given a percent value. The final grade will be evaluated according to the following grading scale:
Grading Scale
A = 90 – 100
B = 80 – 89
C = 70 – 79
D = 60 – 69
F = 0 – 59
Teaching Methods:
The medical terms are presented in the textbook in a self-paced program approach. Students will be responsible for learning the terms, spelling, abbreviations, and definitions of the medical terms. Each medical term is referred to as a frame in the programmed textbook. Students are encouraged to complete the review sheets provided in the textbook at the completion of each chapter. Crossword puzzles are provided in the textbook to assist the students in learning the medical terms.
CD’s Students should listen to CD’s that accompany the textbook. The CD’s include review of terms and word parts in each group of frames as listed in assignments. The CD’s will also assist in proper pronunciation and spelling.
assignment policy:
Students will be successful in this class if they maintain a study plan which keeps them on track with weekly tests.
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
It is imperative that each student does his/her own work. The following policy will apply to all students in class.
Infractions of academic integrity (honesty) shall include:
· Using another student’s work without giving the student credit for the work. In other words, taking someone else’s file and placing your name on it and claiming it is yours, using another student’s quiz, or help on a quiz/exam.
· Giving another student your file(s) knowing that he/she intends to turn it in as his/her own creation, giving another student your quiz, or help on a quiz/exam.
It is not an infraction of the policy to help another student understand how to do an assignment if he/she does the work himself/herself with your assistance.
Cheating:
“Cheating means getting unauthorized help on an assignment, quiz or examination.”
- You must not receive from any other students or give to any other students any information, answers, or help during an exam.
- You must not use unauthorized sources for answers during an exam. You must not take notes or books to the exam when such aids are forbidden, and you must not refer to any book or notes while you are taking the exam unless the instructor indicates it is an “open book” exam.
- You must not obtain exam questions illegally before an exam or tamper with an exam after it has been corrected.
Materials taken from “Academic Dishonesty in Our Classrooms.” Instructional Exchange, 1990, 2 (2), 1-4 (Newsletter available from the Office of University Assessment and Intellectual Skills Program, Western Michigan University)
Plagiarism:
“Plagiarism” means submitting work as your own that is someone else’s. For example, copying material from a book, the Internet, or another source without acknowledging that the words or ideas are someone else’s and not your own is plagiarism. If you copy an author’s words exactly, treat the passage as a direct quotation and supply the appropriate citation. If you use someone else’s ideas, even if you paraphrase the wording, appropriate credit should be given. You have committed plagiarism if you purchase a term paper or submit a paper as your own that you did not write.
Penalties for Infractions:
Students will receive and F for the course if they cheat on weekly tests.
Attendance Policy:
Students are expected to attend all schedule classes.
Conduct:
Students are to conduct themselves in a manner that exhibits respect for the rights of others
Examination Policy:
Examinations will be given on a regular basis. Students are expected to be in class.
Instructor Assistance:
Assistance is available outside class 9:00 – 3:00 MWF.
Tutor Assistance:
Tutors are available in the Learning Skills Center. Contact the Learning Skills Center for more information.
Incomplete Policy:
Students will not be given an incomplete grade in the course without sound reason and documented as described in the Student Handbook. The incomplete must be made up with the instructor assigning the incomplete and must be completed the semester immediately following the semester in which the class was taken. Refer to the Student Handbook for a complete explanation.
ACADEMIC COMPLAINTS:
Cloud County Community College has an Academic Due Process Policy to address any student academic complaints. For any unresolved complaints, the policy can be obtained from the Academic Affairs Office.
COURSE GOALS (Student Learning Outcomes):
At the end of this course, the student will be able to do the following:
1. spell, pronounce, define, identify word parts, and correctly use medical terms or complete a statement using medical terms
2. construct an acceptable and correctly spelled medical term, given the definition
3. provide a medically acceptable abbreviation for phrases, names, or labels
4. supply the correct medical term to properly complete a statement
5. correctly provide the plural form if given a singular form of a medical term
6. correctly provide the singular form if given a plural form of a medical term
7. construct correctly spelled medical terms from word parts and definitions
8. provide the correct phrase, name, or label for a medical abbreviation
9. correctly pronounce each term in a list of medical terms
10. achieve a percentage score that is acceptable to respective program on quizzes, midterm, final exam, and any other assignments
ASSESSMENT of COURSE GOALS:
1. 80% OF COMPLETERS WILL EARN 80% AVERAGE OR BETTER FOR COURSE.
2. 80% OF COMPLETERS WILL SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE EACH COURSE OBJECTIVE WITH 100% ACCURACY.
COURSE OUTLINE
Week / Day / 10-week course* / 15-week course /1 / 1 / Programmed Learning and Medical Word Building / Programmed Learning and Medical Word Building
2 / Body Structure / Body Structure
2 / 1 / Integumentary System / Body Structure
2 / Integumentary System / Integumentary System
3 / 1 / Respiratory System / Integumentary System
2 / Respiratory System / Respiratory System
4 / 1 / Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems / Respiratory System
2 / Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems / Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems
5 / 1 / Digestive System / Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems
2 / Digestive System / Cardiovascular Lymphatic Systems
6 / 1 / Urinary System / Digestive System
2 / Urinary System / Digestive System
7 / 1 / Reproductive Systems / Student and Instructor Directed Activities
2 / Reproductive Systems / Student and Instructor Directed Activities
8 / 1 / Endocrine and Nervous Systems / Review for Mid-Semester Examination
2 / Endocrine and Nervous Systems / Mid-semester Examination
9 / 1 / Musculoskeletal System / Urinary System
2 / Musculoskeletal System / Urinary System
10 / 1 / Special Senses: The Eyes and Ears / Reproductive Systems
2 / Review for Final Exam / Reproductive Systems
11 / 1 / Reproductive Systems
2 / Endocrine and Nervous Systems
12 / 1 / Endocrine and Nervous Systems
2 / Musculoskeletal System
13 / 1 / Musculoskeletal System
2 / Musculoskeletal System
14 / 1 / Special Senses: The Eyes and Ears
2 / Special Senses: The Eyes and Ears
15 / 1 / Student and Instructor Directed Activities
2 / Student and Instructor Directed Activities
I. COMPREHENSIVE FINAL EXAMINATION
Accommodation for Disability:
If you need academic adjustments for any type of disability, see your instructor during office hours or make an appointment. Students also may contact the Director of Advisement and Retention Services, located in the Advisement Center.
Inclement Weather Policy:
In case of extremely severe weather, the college may close. The following radio and TV stations will be notified:
KNCK 1390 AM Concordia KCLY 100.9 FM Clay Center
KREP 92.1 FM Belleville KHCD 89.5 FM Hutchinson
KVSV 1190 AM Beloit KSAL 1150 AM Salina
WIBW (TV) Chan. 13 Topeka KWCH (TV) Chan. 12 Wichita
KOLN (TV) Chan. 10 Lincoln, NE
Notification will also be placed on the internet at www.cancellations.com. A text message will also be sent out on the Emergency Text Messaging System for the students who have signed up for it.
Students should call the switchboard at 800-729-5101 or 785-243-1435 if they are unable to attend class due to hazardous conditions. Night class and off campus class cancellations are left to the discretion of the instructor.
EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION PROCEDURE:
When alarms are sounded or crisis conditions arise, you will be instructed to move to a designated safe area or to remain in the classroom until the crisis has passed. If you are informed to leave the room, take as many of your personal belongings as time permits. Cell phones and other electronic devices are only to be used once you arrive in the safe area outside the building. Students requiring special assistance will be the responsibility of the instructor or staff person.
Systems of alert for tornado or bomb threat: PA system, phone, or staff interruption of class. In case of fire, the alarm will sound.
If directed to leave the building, evacuate to the soccer field unless an alternate safe location has been designated.
Put the following positive affirmations on your wall
and read them often!
ü I am a healthy, capable, successful medical terminology student.
ü I make time for myself, my family, and my studies.
ü I enjoy learning and realize that this course takes me one step further toward my career goal.
ü I accept my past performance and progress from that point.
Study Tips
Don’t suffer from “Termocram” (term/o/cram): the foolish practice of attempting to study 100 frames of information two hours before the quiz and expecting to get an A.
1. FLASHCARDS – Make flash cards for yourself including: words or word parts on one side and meanings on the other. Be sure you include clues on pronunciation. Make them small enough (3x5) to carry with you in pocket or purse. The process of making the cards is as valuable as studying them.
A. Organize cards according to subject within each lesson: Prefixes, suffixes, body structures diagnoses, surgeries, diagnostic tests, treatments, abbreviations
B. Within a subject, put cards in alphabetic or numeric order with frame references.
C. Students with personal computers can produce study sheets in alphabetic or numeric order in all sorts of combinations.
2. TIME MANAGEMENT – Purchase a day planner calendar or appointment book. Arrange your time so that you have planned study times free of interruption from the demands of family and friends. This takes planning and creativity. Most students study about ten hours a week for this course. Two or three hours a day spread through the week is more effective than a last minute cram session.
3. MATERIALS – Take study materials with you to all types of places. You never know when you may have to wait for someone or are delayed in some way that creates an opportunity to study. Ask your instructor for additional review activities provided in the instructor’s manual (i.e., crossword puzzles or additional review sheets).
4. PRONUNCIATION – Pronounce the words out loud while you are studying. This allows you to focus on each syllable and assists in spelling as well as prepares you to speak the language of medicine when on the job.
5. STUDY IN PARTNERS OR IN GROUPS – Study with someone else regularly. Quiz each other. Share notes. Synergism works with people, and the group can inspire individuals to greater achievement and build your confidence.
6. MEDICAL DICTIONARY – Use your medical dictionary to enrich your vocabulary and for greater understanding of the meanings and use of medical terms. Look up each new word or word part. See what language it comes from and how it is pronounced. Look further down or up the list and see how else this word or word part is used other than the examples in your book.
7. SEEK COUNSEL – If you are having difficulties, consult your instructor as soon as possible. There is free tutoring or instructor office time available.
8. STRESS REDUCTION – When taking tests always study several times and over several days before taking the test. Overnight cramming produces confusion, anxiety, and poor learning. If you have test anxiety, learn relaxation techniques to calm yourself so that you can perform at your best. Make sure you are well nourished and rested. Take a walk or do other physical activity to release anxiety.
9. AUDIOTAPES – Listen to the prepared audiotapes to accompany your text. Tapes are available in the learning resource center. You may want to bring a tape recorder to class and tape the discussion and pronunciation sessions, then play them in your car, at home, or in your Walkman.
10. COME TO CLASS and STAY IN CLASS! – Studies show that successful performance is directly correlated to good attendance and participation in class.
11. HAVE FUN! – Find ways to make learning enjoyable to you and your group. Celebrate you small successes. Reward yourself for a job well done or a study appointment kept as promised. Acknowledge yourself and your peers for being willing to take on a challenging course of study.
12. COMPUTER TUTORIAL DISK – Use the computer tutorial disk designed to accompany your text (this should be attached to the back cover). If you do not have your own computer you may use the student computer study area in the Learning Skills Center. Technicians will be available to assist you.