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About the Course

Understanding the clinical terms and abbreviations commonly used during verbal or written communication in U.S. hospitals is challenging. This course is designed for U.S. health care profession students and for international students and practitioners who want to become more familiar with the language of the U.S. clinical setting. Others, such as caregivers and medical interpreters, who wish to develop a better understanding of terms and abbreviations used by health care providers will find this course helpful. The course provides visual and auditory learning experiences to enhance the understanding of terms and abbreviations commonly encountered on a general U.S. hospital unit. You need to pay the fee or apply for financial aid to access the course and earn a certificate. To find out more, click Learn more and apply next to the information about Financial Aid. (Use a computer, not a mobile device, for this step.)...

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KP

May 30, 2024

Great course for anyone working or looking forward to getting into the healthcare system, knowing your medical terminology is a great way to start, i strongly recommend this course and it's free!!!!

LT

May 7, 2020

The course added so much to my clinical experience and learning specific terms which i was not familiar with! I recommend it to all International students that don't have lectures in English.

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By Kaw H

Sep 2, 2024

"Clinical Terminology for International and U.S. Students" is an invaluable resource for anyone entering the healthcare field, especially those who may not be familiar with medical jargon in English. The book offers a clear and concise introduction to essential medical terms, making it easier for students to understand and communicate effectively in clinical settings. It's particularly beneficial for international students, as it bridges language gaps and ensures they can grasp the critical concepts needed for success in their studies and future careers. The book is well-organized, with terms grouped by body systems and medical specialties, allowing readers to build their vocabulary systematically. Each term is explained in a straightforward manner, often accompanied by examples and context, which helps in retaining the information. The inclusion of pronunciation guides is a thoughtful addition, aiding students in mastering both written and spoken medical language. Overall, "Clinical Terminology for International and U.S. Students" is a practical guide that simplifies complex medical language, making it accessible and understandable for a broad audience. Whether you are a student, a healthcare professional, or someone new to the field, this book serves as an excellent reference tool for building a strong foundation in clinical terminology.

By Karyl M

Mar 17, 2022

This was a good course for beginners as it laid the groundwork for puzzling out clinical terms and getting used to what they would sound like when spoken. I appreciated the little bits of humour sprinkled into some of the multiple choice answers. It seems to be a course better designed as a companion to other terminology courses or maybe the first step for someone thinking of joining the healthcare industry. There are also good resources that can be referenced in future. I took off one star because there were a few glitches in the course such as broken links or typos which have apparently not been addressed by staff. I would have liked to see more active involvement from staff on the discussion boards for support and clarification on topics covered, even if only on a weekly basis. A few questions, even if asked multlple times over a span of 2-3 years, seem to have gone completely unanswered.

By Emily D

Apr 10, 2022

I'm really rating this class between 3.5 and 4 stars. While I definitely enjoyed the class videos and education, some of the material was confusing. For example: One module tells you about 5 different pulse points on the body, but only defines 3 of them. One of the non-defined pulse points (pedal) is then on the Week 6 quiz with no explanaion for why it is in the quiz that has nothing to do with pedal pulses and was never defined in the first place. Also, the Clinical Terminology Dictionary for this class was missing several words and definitions that certain weeks tell you specifically to look up! I ended up using Google instead mostly for definitions and examples and while the message board helped with some explanations and questions I had, it was still a bit frustrating and annoying. Overall it was well done, but could use some fine tuning.