Attainment

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Attainment (əˈteɪnmənt)

Attainment refers to the achievement or accomplishment of a goal, objective, or a certain level of expertise or knowledge, particularly in the field of medicine and healthcare.

Etymology

The term 'attainment' originates from the late Middle English word 'attayne', which means 'achieve', 'accomplish', or 'gain'. It is derived from the Old French word 'ateindre', which means 'to reach', 'arrive at', or 'attain'.

In Medicine

In the context of medicine, attainment often refers to the achievement of a certain level of health, recovery, or control over a disease or condition. For example, a patient's attainment of a stable blood pressure level or the attainment of a target body mass index (BMI) in a weight loss program.

Related Terms

  • Achievement: The act of accomplishing or finishing something successfully.
  • Goal: A desired result a person or a system envisions, plans and commits to achieve.
  • Objective: A specific result that a person or system aims to achieve within a time frame and with available resources.
  • Expertise: The skill of an individual, team, or company in a particular area.
  • Knowledge: Facts, information, and skills acquired through experience or education.

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