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Support (Medicine)
Support (pronounced suh-pohrt) in the context of medicine, refers to the various methods, devices, or strategies used to assist a patient in maintaining or improving their health.
Etymology
The term 'support' originates from the Old French suporter, meaning 'to bear, endure', which is derived from Latin supportare meaning 'convey, carry, bring up'.
Types of Support
There are several types of support in medicine, including:
- Physical Support: This refers to the use of medical devices or equipment such as crutches, wheelchairs, or prosthetics to aid in mobility or function.
- Emotional Support: This involves providing comfort, reassurance, and understanding to patients who may be dealing with emotional distress related to their health condition.
- Medical Support: This includes treatments, medications, and therapies used to manage or treat a health condition.
- Nutritional Support: This involves providing a balanced diet or specific nutrients to help a patient maintain or improve their health.
- Social Support: This refers to the assistance provided by family, friends, or community resources to help a patient cope with their health condition.
Related Terms
- Supportive Care: This is care that is given to improve the quality of life of patients who have a serious or life-threatening disease.
- Support Group: This is a group of people with common experiences or concerns who provide each other with encouragement, comfort, and advice.
- Support System: This is a network of people who provide practical or emotional support.
- Life Support: This refers to the treatments and techniques performed in an emergency in order to support life after the failure of one or more vital organs.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Support
- Wikipedia's article - Support
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