Recorder
Recorder (Medical)
Recorder (pronounced: reh-kor-der) is a term used in the medical field to refer to a device or tool that captures and stores data or information for later analysis. This term is often used in the context of medical devices such as heart rate monitors, blood pressure monitors, and other diagnostic tools.
Etymology
The term "recorder" originates from the Latin word "recordari" which means "to remember". In the context of medical devices, it refers to the device's ability to "remember" or store data for later use.
Related Terms
- Data Logger: A type of recorder that collects and stores data over time, often used in scientific experiments or environmental monitoring.
- Holter Monitor: A type of portable electrocardiogram (ECG) recorder used to monitor heart activity over a period of 24 hours or more.
- Pulse Oximeter: A medical device that records the level of oxygen in a patient's blood and their heart rate.
- Spirometer: A device used to measure the volume of air inhaled and exhaled by the lungs, often used in tests to diagnose conditions such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- Glucometer: A device that records the amount of glucose in a person's blood, often used by individuals with diabetes to monitor their blood sugar levels.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Recorder
- Wikipedia's article - Recorder
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