Resignation
Resignation (medical)
Resignation (pronunciation: /rɛzɪɡˈneɪʃ(ə)n/) is a term used in the medical field to describe a patient's acceptance of a disease or prognosis. The term is often used in the context of palliative care or chronic illness, where patients may eventually come to a point of resignation, accepting their health condition and the limitations it imposes.
Etymology
The term "resignation" comes from the Latin word "resignare" which means "to cancel, resign". In the medical context, it has been used since the 19th century to describe a patient's acceptance of their health condition.
Related Terms
- Acceptance: In psychology, acceptance is a person's assent to the reality of a situation, recognizing a process or condition (often a negative or uncomfortable situation) without attempting to change it, protest, or exit. The concept is close to resignation, but it carries more positive connotations of adaptability and resilience.
- Palliative Care: This is a specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses. It focuses on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of the illness. The goal is to improve quality of life for both the patient and the family. Resignation is often a stage in the process of receiving palliative care.
- Chronic Illness: Chronic illnesses are long-term medical conditions that are usually progressive. The process of coming to terms with a chronic illness often involves a stage of resignation.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Resignation
- Wikipedia's article - Resignation
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