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Warrant (medicine)
Warrant (pronounced: /ˈwɔːrənt/) is a term used in the field of medicine to denote the justification or authority for an action, decision, or belief.
Etymology
The term 'warrant' originates from the Old North French word 'warant', which means 'defender, protector'. In the context of medicine, it refers to the justification or authority that a healthcare professional has to carry out a particular action or decision.
Related Terms
- Medical Ethics: The field of applied ethics that deals with the moral and ethical issues that arise in the medical field. Warrants in medicine often have a strong ethical component.
- Informed Consent: A process in which a healthcare provider educates a patient about the risks, benefits, and alternatives of a given procedure or intervention. The warrant for a medical procedure often comes in the form of informed consent.
- Medical Malpractice: A legal cause of action that occurs when a medical professional deviates from standards in his or her profession, thereby causing injury to a patient. The absence of a proper warrant can lead to cases of medical malpractice.
- Clinical Decision Making: The process by which healthcare providers diagnose and treat patient's health issues. Warrants are often used in this process to justify the chosen course of action.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Warrant
- Wikipedia's article - Warrant
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