Module
Module (Medicine)
Module (pronunciation: /ˈmɒdjuːl/) is a term used in various contexts within the field of medicine.
Etymology
The term 'module' originates from the Latin word 'modulus', which means a small measure. In the context of medicine, it refers to a self-contained unit or component that can be used independently or in combination with other units.
Definition
In medicine, a module often refers to a structured and thematic unit of study or training. It can also refer to a component of a medical device or system, such as a module in a CT scanner or a module in a HIS.
Related Terms
- Medical Education: Modules are often used in medical education as a way to structure learning and training. They can be focused on specific topics, such as Anatomy, Physiology, or Pathology, or they can be interdisciplinary, integrating knowledge from multiple areas.
- Medical Device: In the context of medical devices, a module refers to a component or unit that performs a specific function. For example, a Pacemaker might have a pacing module, a sensing module, and a power module.
- Medical Software: In medical software, a module is a component of the software that performs a specific function. For example, a EHR system might have a patient registration module, a clinical documentation module, and a billing module.
- Clinical Practice Guidelines: In clinical practice guidelines, a module refers to a section or component of the guidelines that addresses a specific topic or issue. For example, a guideline on Diabetes Management might have a module on lifestyle modifications, a module on medication management, and a module on complication prevention.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Module
- Wikipedia's article - Module
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