Ep 4: Talk Nerdy to Me – Medical Terminology & Anatomy Basics

Mike and Jonathan dive into the challenging world of EMT vocabulary, tackling medical terminology and the basics of human anatomy. From anatomical position to directional terms like anterior, dorsal, and proximal, they explore how EMTs learn to speak a common language.

The conversation also digs into when to use precise medical jargon versus plain language in the field, why mnemonics and analogies can make studying easier, and how anatomy leads directly into next week’s topic of pathophysiology. Plus, Jonathan spotlights the importance of modern tourniquet kits in this week’s Tools of the Trade.

Episode Breakdown

07:30 – Medical Term of the Week: Anatomical Position

10:00 – Learning directional terms: anterior, posterior, dorsal, proximal, distal

18:30 – Plain speak vs. professional jargon in EMS

33:00 – Mnemonics, word roots, and anatomy study tips

45:00 – Anatomy vs. physiology explained with car analogies

58:00 – Tools of the Trade: Tourniquet Kits

1:09:00 – Student Tip of the Week: Take care of personal needs when you can

--------------------------------------

⚠️ Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and storytelling purposes only. It is not medical advice or official EMT training. Always follow your accredited instructors and local protocols.

--------------------------------------

🚑 RideAlong: EMT School Links

https://linktr.ee/RideAlongEMTSchool