- Get to the root--Unlock the meanings of medical jargon by learning how to break down words into their component pieces--the prefix, root, and suffix.Speak with confidence--Terms like arthrocentesis and cholecystectomy will roll off your tongue thanks to simple pronunciation guides. Test your knowledge--Every chapter ends with a quick quiz, providing a fun challenge and an easy way to help reinforce everything you've learned.
Build a healthy knowledge of medical terminology with this indispensable guide.