Axiom
Axiom (Medicine)
Axiom (pronounced: /ˈak.sɪ.əm/) is a term used in various fields, including medicine, to denote a statement or proposition which is regarded as being established, accepted, or self-evidently true.
Etymology
The term "axiom" comes from the Greek word "ἀξίωμα" (axioma), which means "that which is thought worthy or fit" or "that which commends itself as evident."
In Medicine
In the field of medicine, an axiom is often used to refer to a statement that is accepted as true without controversy or debate. These are often foundational principles that guide medical practice and research. For example, the axiom "First, do no harm" is a guiding principle in medicine that emphasizes the importance of not causing harm while trying to provide help.
Related Terms
- Medical Ethics: The field of study that deals with the ethical implications of medical practices and research. The axiom "First, do no harm" is a fundamental principle in this field.
- Evidence-Based Medicine: Axioms in medicine often form the basis for evidence-based practices, which are treatments and interventions that have been proven effective through scientific research.
- Hippocratic Oath: An oath historically taken by physicians and other healthcare professionals swearing to practice medicine ethically and honestly. It includes the axiom "First, do no harm."
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Axiom
- Wikipedia's article - Axiom
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