Carefully
Carefully
Carefully (/ˈkɛərfʊli/), from the Old English carful, meaning "full of care", is an adverb that describes the manner of performing an action with caution, precision, or attention to avoid harm or error. It is often used in the context of medical procedures, where precision and caution are of utmost importance.
Etymology
The term "carefully" is derived from the Old English carful, which means "full of care". The suffix "-ly" was added later, transforming the word into an adverb. The word "care" itself comes from the Old English caru or cearu, meaning "sorrow, anxiety, grief", which is related to the Old Saxon kara, meaning "trouble".
Related Terms
- Care: The provision of what is necessary for the health, welfare, maintenance, and protection of someone or something.
- Caution: Care taken to avoid danger or mistakes.
- Precision: The quality, condition, or fact of being exact and accurate.
- Attention: Notice taken of someone or something; the regarding of someone or something as interesting or important.
- Error: A mistake.
- Procedure: An established or official way of doing something.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, "carefully" is often used to describe the manner in which medical professionals must carry out procedures or treatments. For example, a surgeon must operate carefully to avoid damaging surrounding tissues. Similarly, a nurse must administer medication carefully to ensure the correct dosage is given.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Carefully
- Wikipedia's article - Carefully
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