Arrival
Arrival
Arrival (/əˈraɪvəl/) is a term commonly used in the medical field to denote the moment a patient reaches a healthcare facility for treatment. It is a crucial point in time that can significantly impact the course of a patient's treatment and recovery.
Etymology
The term "arrival" originates from the Old French word arriver, which means "to come to land". It was later adopted into Middle English in the late 14th century.
Related Terms
- Admission: The process of accepting a patient for treatment in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
- Triage: The process of determining the priority of patients' treatments based on the severity of their condition.
- Emergency Department: The section of a hospital responsible for the provision of medical and surgical care to patients arriving at the hospital in need of immediate care.
- Discharge: The release of a patient from a hospital or medical facility after treatment.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, the term "arrival" is used to denote the time at which a patient reaches a healthcare facility. This is a critical point in the patient's journey, as the time of arrival can often determine the course of treatment and the patient's prognosis. For example, in cases of stroke or heart attack, the time of arrival can significantly impact the patient's chances of recovery.
The arrival time is also used to prioritize patients in emergency situations. In an emergency department, patients are often triaged based on the severity of their condition and the time of their arrival. Those who arrive first are typically seen first, unless a later-arriving patient has a more severe condition.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Arrival
- Wikipedia's article - Arrival
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