Question

In the health care fields, we use a lot of terminology that sounds technical and sometimes confuses people. Based on your readings this week in your text, discuss how the following terms/phrases might be rewritten in medical jargon: "Lie down flat." "A skin doctor" "Pain towards my head" "Stick out your leg" Why do you think that precise medical tterminology is import ant (or not?)

Answer 1

Answer: The words used in medical terminology are:

• lie down flat means lying in a supine position. It means the face is at upside.
• A skin doctor knows as dermatologist. A health care professional who treats the skin disease.
• Stick out your leg can be explained as abduction.

It is important to precise medical terminology as it differentiate words from other words. It enables the healthcare professionals to understand more clearly regarding the diseased conditions. The medical terminology reduces the chances of misunderstanding.