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Learning from language.

Imagine getting ready to travel to a foreign country where we do not speak the language. To maximise the success of our journey, one of the most important preparatory steps is to develop a basic understanding of the native language. The key language upon which health professions and the study of anatomy and physiology are based is medical terminology. Therefore, this chapter lays the foundation of learning the native language (medical terminology) of medicine. Future chapters build on this foundation so that, at our journey's end, we not only will understand anatomy and physiology, but will be fluent in medical terminology. This chapter also assists in understanding the road signs along our journey. The special features to enhance our journey are presented by identifiable icons, and an explanation of each feature is given in the front inside cover of your book.