Ready
Ready
Ready (pronunciation: /ˈrɛdi/) is an English term that is often used in the medical field to denote the state of being fully prepared for a particular action or situation. The term is derived from the Old English word 'rǣde', which means 'prepared' or 'equipped'.
Etymology
The term 'ready' is derived from the Old English word 'rǣde', which means 'prepared' or 'equipped'. It is related to the Dutch word 'gereed' and the German word 'bereit', both of which also mean 'ready'.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, 'ready' is often used to denote the state of being fully prepared for a particular action or situation. For example, a patient may be described as 'ready for surgery' when all necessary preoperative preparations have been completed. Similarly, a medical facility may be described as 'ready' when it is fully equipped and staffed to handle a particular type of medical emergency.
Related Terms
- Prepared: In a medical context, this term is often used interchangeably with 'ready'. It denotes the state of being fully equipped or prepared for a particular action or situation.
- Equipped: This term refers to the state of having all the necessary tools, equipment, or skills for a particular task or situation. In a medical context, it often refers to the state of a medical facility being fully stocked with necessary medical supplies and staffed with trained medical personnel.
- Emergency Preparedness: This term refers to the state of being fully prepared to handle a medical emergency. It involves having all necessary plans, procedures, equipment, and personnel in place to effectively respond to a medical emergency.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ready
- Wikipedia's article - Ready
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