Obligated
Obligated
Obligated (pronounced: /ˈɒblɪɡeɪtɪd/) is a term often used in the medical field to describe a condition or state where one is legally or morally bound to perform certain actions.
Etymology
The term "obligated" originates from the Latin word "obligatus", which is the past participle of "obligare". "Obligare" translates to "bind, tie to" and is composed of "ob-" meaning "to" and "ligare" meaning "to bind".
Related Terms
- Obligation: A legal or moral duty to do or not do something.
- Obligate: To bind legally or morally.
- Obligatory: Required by a legal, moral, or other rule; compulsory.
- Obligee: A person to whom another is obligated or bound.
- Obligor: A person who is obligated to another.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, "obligated" is often used to describe a state where a healthcare professional is legally or morally bound to perform certain actions. For example, a doctor may be obligated to provide a certain standard of care to their patients. This can also refer to the obligation of a patient to follow a prescribed treatment plan.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Obligated
- Wikipedia's article - Obligated
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