Hospital corpsman
Hospital Corpsman
A Hospital Corpsman (pronounced: /ˈkɔːr.mən/) is a healthcare professional who may work as an enlisted medical specialist of the United States Navy or United States Marine Corps. The term "corpsman" is derived from the French word "corps," which means body, and the English term "man," indicating a person who works with bodies, specifically in a medical context.
Duties
Hospital Corpsmen perform duties as assistants in the prevention and treatment of disease and injury. This includes administering immunization programs, rendering emergency medical treatment, performing medical administrative, supply and accounting procedures, and maintaining treatment records and reports. They may also function as clinical or specialty technicians, medical administrative personnel, and healthcare providers at medical treatment facilities.
Training
Training for a Hospital Corpsman includes medical education and hands-on patient care experience. This training is typically conducted at the Naval Medical Center San Diego, the Naval Hospital Corps School, or the Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune.
Related Terms
- Medic: A general term for a person involved in medicine, particularly emergency medical interventions.
- Combat Medic: A medical professional trained to provide emergency medical treatment in combat situations.
- Paramedic: A healthcare professional who responds to medical emergencies outside of a hospital.
- Nurse: A healthcare professional trained in caring for the sick or infirm, especially in a hospital setting.
Etymology
The term "Hospital Corpsman" is derived from the combination of the words "hospital," "corps," and "man." "Hospital" is derived from the Latin word "hospes," meaning a stranger or foreigner, and later "guest." The term "corps" comes from the French word "corps," which means body. The term "man" is of English origin and refers to a person. Thus, a Hospital Corpsman is a person who works with bodies in a hospital setting.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hospital corpsman
- Wikipedia's article - Hospital corpsman
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