Topic 7:1 Introduction and Terms Built from Word Parts (Textbook p. 196)

Textbook Activity

I. Introduction to the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems (p. 196)

Your introduction to the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems includes a case study. We meet Natalia, who is experiencing symptoms of a heart attack. 911 was called, and she was taken by ambulance to the Emergency Department of a local hospital. Later in the lesson, we return to the case study, where you will identify medical terms used to document her experiences.

Read the case study, objectives, and introduction to the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems. (pp. 196-198)

ll. Objective 1: Build, translate, pronounce, and spell medical terms built from word parts. (p. 198)

You will learn word parts related to the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems and the terms built from them. You are probably familiar with electrocardiogram (EKG), but how does it differ from electrocardiograph and electrocardiography?

Read the content and complete the Exercises. (pp. 196-214)

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)

l. Pronunciation and Spelling

Turn to p.p. 206 and 213, Exercise B and D of your textbook, and follow the instructions to practice pronunciation and spelling of the terms you have just learned.

ll. Animations

Select Resources > Animations Part 2 > arrow upper right of the screen

  • Angioplasty and Stent
  • Blood Pressure
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
  • Coronary Aryert Disease
  • Electrocardiogram
  • Overview of the Cardiovascular System
  • Overview of the Lymphatic System
  • Pericardiocentesis

lll. Career Videos

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

  • Perfusionist
  • Phlebotomist

Extend Your Learning Activity

View the following Medical Terminology Blog posts

Video: What is Bradycardia?

Word Jumble: Cardiovascular Term