Barge
Barge (Medical)
Barge (pronounced: /bɑːrdʒ/) is a term used in the medical field, particularly in the context of Emergency Medical Services (EMS). It refers to a large, flat-bottomed boat that is often used for transporting goods or people across bodies of water. In a medical context, a barge can be used to transport patients, medical equipment, or healthcare personnel.
Etymology
The term "barge" originates from the Old French word "barge", which means a flat-bottomed boat. It was first used in the English language in the 1300s.
Related Terms
- Ambulance: A vehicle specifically designed to transport critically ill or injured patients to, from, or between points of medical treatment.
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT): A healthcare professional who provides emergency medical services.
- Paramedic: A healthcare professional who specializes in emergency medical services, often in the pre-hospital environment.
- Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS): A type of emergency medical service that uses helicopters to transport patients.
- Emergency Department (ED): The department of a hospital responsible for the provision of medical and surgical care to patients arriving at the hospital in need of immediate care.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Barge
- Wikipedia's article - Barge
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