Battery
Battery (medical)
Battery (pronounced: /ˈbætəri/) is a term used in the field of medicine to describe the act of intentional physical contact or harm inflicted upon another individual. This term is often used in legal and medical contexts.
Etymology
The term "battery" originates from the Old French batterie, meaning "the action of beating", which is derived from battre - "to beat". It was first used in the legal sense in the 16th century.
Definition
In a medical context, battery refers to the intentional and harmful physical contact with another person without their consent. This can include actions such as hitting, striking, or otherwise causing physical harm. Battery is often discussed in conjunction with assault, which refers to the threat of harm, while battery involves the actual act of harm.
Related Terms
- Assault: A threat or attempt to inflict offensive physical contact or bodily harm on a person.
- Consent: Permission for something to happen or agreement to do something.
- Harm: Physical injury or damage to the health of people.
- Physical contact: When two or more individuals touch each other, often in the context of physical violence or sexual activity.
Legal Implications
In many jurisdictions, battery is a crime and can also be the basis for a lawsuit as a civil wrong if there is damage. In the medical field, battery can also refer to a healthcare provider performing a procedure without the patient's consent.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Battery
- Wikipedia's article - Battery
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