Process
Process (Medicine)
Process (pronounced: /ˈprɒsɛs/) is a term used in various fields of medicine to describe a series of actions or steps taken to achieve a particular end. In a medical context, a process can refer to a physiological process, a diagnostic process, or a treatment process, among others.
Etymology
The term "process" originates from the Latin processus, meaning "progression, course." It was first used in the English language in the early 14th century.
Pronunciation
The term is pronounced as /ˈprɒsɛs/ in British English and /ˈproʊsɛs/ in American English.
Related Terms
- Physiological process: A series of actions or changes that occur within the body as part of its normal functioning.
- Diagnostic process: The steps taken by healthcare professionals to identify a patient's condition or illness.
- Treatment process: The course of action taken to manage or cure a patient's condition or illness.
- Pathological process: A series of changes in the body that occur as a result of disease or injury.
- Clinical process: The steps taken in the delivery of healthcare, from initial consultation to final treatment.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Process
- Wikipedia's article - Process
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