Give
Give
Give (/ɡɪv/), from the Old English giefan meaning "to give, grant, or devote", is a term commonly used in the medical field to describe the act of administering or providing something, such as a medication or treatment.
Etymology
The term "give" originates from the Old English giefan, which means "to give, grant, or devote". It is related to the Old Saxon geban, Old Norse gefa, Dutch geven, and German geben, all of which carry similar meanings.
Medical Usage
In medical terminology, "give" is often used to denote the administration or provision of a medical intervention. This could be a drug, a treatment, a piece of advice, or any other form of medical assistance. For example, a doctor might "give" a patient a prescription for a certain medication, or a nurse might "give" a patient an injection.
Related Terms
- Administer: To give or apply in a formal way.
- Prescribe: To advise or authorize the use of (a medicine or treatment).
- Injection: The act of injecting or giving a drug or other substance into the body.
- Treatment: The management and care of a patient to combat, ameliorate, or prevent a disease, disorder, or injury.
- Medication: A substance used for medical treatment, especially a medicine or drug.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Give
- Wikipedia's article - Give
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