User
User
User (pronounced: /ˈjuːzər/) is a term that refers to an individual or entity that uses a particular service, product, or system. The term is widely used in various fields, including medicine, where it may refer to a patient or healthcare professional using a medical device, software, or service.
Etymology
The term "user" originates from the verb "use," which comes from the Old French user meaning "to use, employ, exploit." The suffix "-er" is used to denote someone who performs a specific action.
Related Terms
- End User: The ultimate user of a product, especially the one for whom the product has been designed.
- User Interface: The means by which the user and a computer system interact.
- User Experience: A person's emotions and attitudes about using a particular product, system or service.
- User Group: A group of users who have similar goals and needs, and who use the same product or service.
- User Account: A location on a network server used to store a user's personal files and settings.
Medical Context
In a medical context, a user can refer to a variety of individuals or entities. This can include:
- A Patient: An individual who is receiving care, treatment, or services from healthcare professionals.
- A Healthcare Professional: An individual who provides health care services to patients. This can include doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals.
- A Medical Device User: An individual or entity that uses a medical device. This can include both healthcare professionals and patients.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on User
- Wikipedia's article - User
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