Hospital care
Hospital care
Hospital care (pronunciation: /ˈhɒspɪtəl kɛər/) refers to the comprehensive health services provided by a hospital to patients during their stay. These services can range from routine medical care to specialized treatments and procedures.
Etymology
The term "hospital care" is derived from the Latin word hospes, meaning stranger or guest, and the Old French care, meaning to care for or attend to. Together, they signify a place where strangers or guests are cared for.
Types of Hospital Care
Hospital care can be broadly categorized into the following types:
- Emergency Care: Immediate care provided to patients with acute illnesses or injuries that require urgent attention.
- Intensive Care: Specialized care for patients with severe or life-threatening illnesses or injuries.
- Surgical Care: Care that involves surgical procedures, including preoperative and postoperative care.
- Maternity Care: Care provided to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.
- Pediatric Care: Care provided to infants, children, and adolescents.
- Geriatric Care: Care provided to older adults with complex health conditions.
Related Terms
- Patient: An individual who receives medical care or treatment.
- Healthcare Provider: A person or organization that provides health care services.
- Medical Diagnosis: The process of determining which disease or condition explains a person's symptoms and signs.
- Treatment: The management and care of a patient to combat disease or disorder.
- Recovery: The process of regaining one's health and strength after illness or medical treatment.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hospital care
- Wikipedia's article - Hospital care
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