NTR256 — Nutrition Medical Terminology
This course introduces students to essential medical terminology used in clinical nutrition and dietetics. Students will learn to identify, pronounce, and use medical terms related to body systems, diagnostic procedures, and health professions. Emphasis is placed on understanding medical abbreviations, root words, and word-building rules. The course also covers medical terminology for major body systems, including the cardiovascular, respiratory, and digestive systems. It provides students with the language skills necessary for effective communication in healthcare settings. Prerequisites: NTR104 OR NTR200.