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Fall (medical term)
Fall (/fɔːl/), in the context of medicine, refers to an event which results in a person coming to rest inadvertently on the ground or floor or other lower level.
Etymology
The term "fall" originates from the Old English feallan, meaning "to fall or to die".
Related Terms
- Accidental fall: An unexpected event where a person unintentionally comes to rest on the ground.
- Fall prevention: Measures taken to prevent falls and related injuries.
- Fall risk: The likelihood of a person falling.
- Slip and fall: A specific type of fall caused by a slippery surface.
- Trip and fall: A specific type of fall caused by an obstacle in the path.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fall
- Wikipedia's article - Fall
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