Topic 2:1 Introduction and Terms Built from Word Parts (Textbook p. 32)

Textbook Activity

I. Case Study and Objectives (p.32)

In this case study, you meet A’dah, who was in a car accident. She experiences some pain and bleeding. Later in the lesson, we return to the case study, where you will use directional terms to describe the location of her injuries and x-ray images.

Read the case study and objectives. (p. 32)

II. Objective 1: Build, translate, pronounce, and spell directional terms built from word parts. (p. 32)

You begin Lesson 2 by learning directional word parts and the terms built from them by completing word building and translating exercises.

Read the content and complete the Exercises. (pp. 32-40)

Use paper or online flashcards to assist in learning word parts.

Check your answers using the Answer Key, Appendix C, at the back of your textbook.

Textbook Practice Activity Online (Optional)

I. Pronunciation and Spelling

Turn to p. 40 of your textbook and follow the instructions for Exercise B, Practice Online, to practice pronunciation and spelling of the terms you have just learned.

ll. Animations

Select Resources > Animations Part 1 > arrow upper right of the screen.

• Directions of the Body

lll. Career Videos

Select Resources > Career Videos > arrow upper right of the screen.

• CT Technologist
• Radiologic Technologist
• Sonographer
• Ultrasound Technologist