CHALLENGES IN TEACHING MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY TO MEDICAL STUDENTS.
Abstract
Medical terms are specialized terms in the field of medicine, and their main importance lies in their clarity and comprehensibility. These terms play a crucial role in expressing diseases, treatment methods, diagnostics, and medical activities. Medical terms facilitate communication on a global scale in both scientific and practical medicine, reduce errors, and enable effective work in the medical field. This article focuses on the importance of medical terms, their usage, and their historical development. Medical terms are important not only for medical professionals but also for scientific research and the development of the international medical community. The precise use of medical terms helps in the rapid and effective treatment of diseases in medicine, as well as ensuring the reliability of scientific research.
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