Available
Available
Available (/əˈveɪləbəl/), from the Old French avoir, meaning "to have", is a term often used in the medical field to describe the accessibility or readiness of resources, treatments, or personnel.
Etymology
The term "available" originates from the Old French avoir, which means "to have". It was later adopted into Middle English as availen, which means "to help or benefit". The current form, "available", came into use in the late 15th century.
Related Terms
- Accessibility: The quality of being easy to obtain or use.
- Readiness: The state of being fully prepared for something.
- Resource: A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively.
- Treatment: Medical care given to a patient for an illness or injury.
- Personnel: People employed in an organization or engaged in an organized undertaking such as medical services.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, "available" is often used to describe the status of resources, treatments, or personnel. For example, a hospital might have available beds, a treatment might be available for a certain condition, or a doctor might be available for consultation.
- Available Resources: This refers to the medical supplies, equipment, and facilities that are ready for use. For example, in a hospital setting, available resources might include medical equipment, medication, and hospital beds.
- Available Treatments: This refers to the medical interventions that are ready for use in treating patients. For example, a certain drug might be available for treating a specific disease.
- Available Personnel: This refers to the medical staff that is ready to provide care. For example, a doctor or nurse might be available for consultation or treatment.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Available
- Wikipedia's article - Available
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