Define simple medical terminology.

Definition should include

  • identification of basic word building parts (prefixes, suffixes, and word roots)
  • word meanings
  • common abbreviations.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Why is it important to understand medical terms and abbreviations?
  • What are potential consequences of not understanding basic medical terminology?
  • What are words, terms, or abbreviations that are easily confused? How can a CNA avoid this confusion?