CHIPOLACOLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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COURSE TITLE: / COURSE NUMBER:Medical Terminology / HSC 1531
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is designed to provide a basis for understanding and utilizing basic principles of medical word building. The course is designed to prepare students to analyze words structurally, to spell and pronounce medical terms accurately and to understand certain word elements related to anatomy, physiology and selected disease processes.
This course will include a study of prefixes, suffixes, and word roots. Emphasis will be placed on spelling, pronunciation, definition and usage of each term. Emphasis will also be placed on a term’s relation to a body system.
PREREQUISITES:
N/A
COREQUISITES:
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NAME(S) OF INSTRUCTOR(S): / Katherine Leigh, DNP, RN
Bldg Q 225 850-718-2434
DATE OF LATEST REVISION: / August, 2010
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS: (Please include title, author, publisher, edition & ISBN)
Leonard, P. C. (2011). Quick & Easy Medical Terminology, (6th ed.). Maryland Heights, MO : Saunders Elservier. ISBN 978-1-4377-0838-7
GRADING POLICIES:
The standing of a student in each course is expressed by one of the following letters and corresponding grading system:
A – 100 – 93
B – 92 – 83
C – 82 – 70
D – 69 – 60
F – 59 or less
See your First Day Handout for individual instructor practices.
The Chipola Catalog provides specific information regarding other outcomes from the grading system. A student’s Grade Point Average is derived from the grading system/quality point scale.
DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC (NURSING)COMPETENCIES / LEARNING OUTCOMES:
N1.Utilize the nursing process to plan, to implement, and to evaluate safe nursing care to promote the health of individuals and families with nursing problems.
N2.Demonstrate competence in nursing skills, including the cognitive, psychomotor, and effective domain.
N3.Recognize, intervene as necessary or alert appropriate persons to changes in a patient’s condition which changes the level of care
N4.Apply principles of bio-physical, environmental, psychological, and socio-cultural sciences while providing comprehensive nursing care.
N5.Use communication effectively with clients, families, significant others, and health team members.
N6.Modify his/her own behavior for enhancements of relationships with others
N7.Enable individuals and families to access available social and health resources within the community to meet identified healthcare needs.
N8. Adhere to legal and ethical principles of nursing practice. These principles include: assuming responsibility for personal and educational growth, using sound judgment to make decisions related to clinical performance, and seeking help when necessary.
N9.Participate as a member of various nursing organizations.
N10.Protect the privacy and rights of clients by acting as a client advocate.
N11.Meet all requirements to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES/OBJECTIVESFOR HSC 1531:
See chart, last page.
MEANS OF ACCOMPLISHING OUTCOMES:
EVALUATION METHODS:
Exams(5)80%
Final20%
Test 1-5 are 50 questions each, multiple choice. The final exam will be 100 questions, multiple-choice. Tests are based on content within certain chapters. See expectations of students section for further information regarding content area.
LIBRARY AND ON-LINE REFERENCE MATERIALS:
The library is a comprehensive, learning resource center providing information in print, electronic, and multimedia format to support the educational objectives of the College. In addition to print media, online catalogs and resources can be accessed through and Library hours are posted each semester at the building entrance.
Chipola’s website is located at
See your First Day Handout for individual instructor recommendations and resources.
TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:
The Information Technology Center, located in the library, is equipped with computer workstations. Lab hours are posted each semester at the building entrance.
ASSIGNMENT SCHEDULE:
See your first day handout for individual instructor assignment schedule.
ATTENDANCE AND WITHDRAWAL POLICIES:
Chipola College expects regular attendance of all students. Students who are absent from classes for any reason other than official college activities must satisfy the instructor concerned that the absence was due to illness or other clearly unavoidable reasons. Otherwise, the student may suffer grade loss at the discretion of the instructor.
Chipola policy allows each instructor to specify in the course handout the attendance policy. It also allows the instructor to decide whether or not an absence is excusable and what affect the absence or tardy may have on the grade.
A student is allowed to repeat a course a maximum of three (3) times. On the third attempt a student (1) must bear the full cost of instruction, (2) cannot withdraw, and (3) must receive a grade.
See your First Day Handout for individual instructor or department-specific attendance and withdrawal policy.
Last day to withdraw from a class November 3, 2010. Last day to resign from all classes November 17, 2010.
MAKE-UP POLICY:
Chipola allows each instructor to specify in the instructor handout the makeup policy. Please see your first day handout for individual instructor policy.
ACADEMIC HONOR CODE POLICY:
Students are expected to uphold the Academic Honor Code. ChipolaCollege’s Honor Code is based on the premise that each student has the responsibility to
1) uphold the highest standards of academic honesty in his/her own work;
2) refuse to tolerate academic dishonesty in the college community; and
3) foster a high sense of honor and social responsibility on the part of students.
Further information regarding the Academic Honor Code may be found in the Chipola Catalog, Student Governance section.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES POLICY:
ChipolaCollege is committed to making all programs and facilities accessible to anyone with a disability. Chipola’s goal is for students to obtain maximum benefit from their educational experience and to effectively transition into the college environment.
Students with disabilities are requested to voluntarily contact the Office of Students with Disabilities to complete the intake process and determine their eligibility for reasonable accommodations.
LINKING COURSE, DISCIPLINE, AND GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES FORHSC 1531The student will: / DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES* / Assessment methods used by faculty
1. Identify the roles of the three types of word parts in forming
medical terms. / N5, N6 / Tests
2. Define the commonly used prefixes, word roots (combine
forms), and suffixes introduced in this chapter. / N5, N6 / Tests
3. Recognize the importance of always spelling medical terms
correctly. / N5, N6 / Tests
4. Define anatomy and physiology and use anatomic reference
systems to identify the anatomic position, body planes,
directions, and cavities. / N5, N6 / Tests
5. Identify the body stems in terms of their major structures,
functions, and related word parts. / N5, N6 / Tests
6. Identify and describe the major functions and structures of
the skeletal system. / N5, N6 / Tests
7. Recognize, define, pronounce, and spell the terms related to
the pathology and diagnostic and treatment procedures of the
muscular system. / N5, N6 / Tests
8. Describe the heart in terms of chambers, valves, blood flow,
heartbeat, blood supply, and heart sounds. / N5, N6 / Tests
9. Differentiate among the three different types of blood vessels
and describe the major function of each. / N5, N6 / Tests
10. Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce the terms related to
the pathology, diagnostic and treatment procedures of the
cardiovascular system. / N5, N6 / Tests
11. Describe the major functions and structures of the
lymphatic and immune system. / N5, N6 / Tests
12. Recognize, define, spell and pronounce the major terms
related to the pathology, diagnostic and treatment of the
lymphatic and immune system. / N5, N6 / Tests
13. Identify and describe the major structures and functions of
the respiratory system. / N5, N6 / Tests
14. Recognize, define, spell and pronounce terms related to the
pathology and diagnostic and treatment procedures of the
respiratory system. / N5, N6 / Tests
15. Identify and describe the major structures and functions of
the digestive system. / N5, N6 / Tests
16. Recognize, define, spell and pronounce terms related to the
pathology and diagnostic and treatment procedures of the
digestive system. / N5, N6 / Tests
17. Describe major functions of the urinary system. / N5, N6 / Tests
18. Name and describe the structures of the urinary system. / N5, N6 / Tests
19. Recognize, define, spell and pronounce terms related to the
pathology and diagnostic and treatment procedures of the
urinary system. / N5, N6 / Tests
20. Describe the functions and structures of the nervous system. / N5, N6 / Tests
21. Identify the major divisions of the nervous system and
describe the structures of each by location and function. / N5, N6 / Tests
22. Recognize, define, spell and pronounce terms related to the
pathology and diagnostic and treatment procedures of the
nervous system. / N5, N6 / Tests
23. Describe the functions and structures of the eyes and
adnexa. / N5, N6 / Tests
24. Describe the functions and strictures of the ears. / N5, N6 / Tests
25. Recognize, define, spell and pronounce terms related to the
pathology and diagnostic and treatment procedures of ear
disorders. / N5, N6 / Tests
26. Identify and describe the functions and structures of the
integumentary system, / N5, N6 / Tests
27. Recognize, define, spell and pronounce terms related to the
pathology and diagnostic and treatment procedures related
to the skin. / N5, N6 / Tests
28. Recognize, define, spell and pronounce terms related to the
pathology and diagnostic and treatment procedures related
to hair, nails, and sebaccous glands. / N5, N6 / Tests
29. Describe the role of the hypothalamus and endocrine glands
in maintaining homeostasis. / N5, N6 / Tests
30. Name and describe the functions of the primary hormones
secreted by each of the endocrine glands. / N5, N6 / Tests
31. Recognize, define, spell and pronounce terms related to the
pathology and diagnostic and treatment procedures of the
endocrine glands. / N5, N6 / Tests
32. Identify and describe the major functions and structures of
the male reproductive system. / N5, N6 / Tests
33. Recognize, define, spell and pronounce terms related to the
pathology and diagnostic and treatment procedures of the
male reproductive system. / N5, N6 / Tests
34. Identify and describe the major functions and structures of
thefemale reproductive system. / N5, N6 / Tests
35. Recognize, define, spell and pronounce terms related to the
pathology and diagnostic and treatment procedures of the
female reproductive system. / N5, N6 / Tests
36. Recognize, define, spell and pronounce terms related to the
pathology and diagnostic and treatment procedures of the
female during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum
period. / N5, N6 / Tests
37. Describe the four vital signs recorded for most patients. / N5, N6 / Tests
38. Recognize, define, spell and pronounce terms associated
withbasic examination procedures. / N5, N6 / Tests
39. Recognize, define, spell and pronounce terms associated
with frequently performed blood and urinalysis laboratory
tests. / N5, N6 / Tests
40. Recognize, define, spell and pronounce terms associated
with radiography and other imaging techniques. / N5, N6 / Tests
For a list of Chipola’s College-Level Competencies, see
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