Nude
Nude (medical term)
Nude (/njuːd/; from Latin nudus, "naked") is a term used in medicine to describe the state of being without clothing. It is often used in the context of medical examinations, procedures, or treatments where the patient may need to be unclothed.
Etymology
The term "nude" originates from the Latin word nudus, which means "naked". It entered the English language in the late 14th century, and has been used in medical contexts since at least the 19th century.
Related Terms
- Disrobe: To remove clothing; often used in the context of preparing for a medical examination or procedure.
- Skin: The outer covering of the body; often exposed when a person is nude.
- Physical examination: A routine procedure where a healthcare provider observes the physical appearance of a patient, often requiring the patient to be nude or partially nude.
- Dermatology: The branch of medicine dealing with the skin, hair, nails, and their diseases. Dermatologists often examine patients who are nude or partially nude.
- Modesty: A cultural and personal standard that may affect a patient's comfort with being nude in a medical setting.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nude
- Wikipedia's article - Nude
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