Keeping
Keeping
Keeping (/ˈkiːpɪŋ/), from the Old English cēpan meaning "to observe, watch, behold", is a term used in various medical contexts. It is often associated with the maintenance or preservation of health and well-being.
Etymology
The term "keeping" originates from the Old English cēpan, which means "to observe, watch, behold". It has been used in the English language since the 14th century and has evolved to mean "to hold or retain in one's possession; to have as one's own".
Medical Usage
In a medical context, "keeping" often refers to the act of maintaining or preserving one's health. This can involve a variety of practices, such as healthy eating, regular exercise, and adherence to prescribed medication regimes.
For example, a patient with diabetes may be advised to "keep" their blood sugar levels within a certain range through diet, exercise, and medication. Similarly, someone with a heart condition may need to "keep" their cholesterol levels low to prevent further complications.
Related Terms
- Health maintenance: The practice of preserving and improving one's health.
- Preventive medicine: The branch of medicine concerned with preventing disease rather than treating it.
- Well-being: A state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
- Self-care: The practice of taking action to preserve or improve one's own health.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Keeping
- Wikipedia's article - Keeping
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