Demonstrate

Demonstrate

Demonstrate (pronunciation: /ˈdɛmənˌstreɪt/), from the Latin demonstrare meaning 'to point out', is a term often used in the medical field to describe the act of showing or making evident a particular procedure, technique, or concept.

Etymology

The term demonstrate originates from the Latin demonstrare, which is derived from de- (completely) and monstrare (to show). It was first used in the English language in the 14th century.

Related Terms

• Clinical Demonstration: A method used in medical education where a procedure or technique is shown to students or trainees.
• Demonstration Effect: The influence that the successful implementation of a procedure or treatment can have on the adoption of similar practices.
• Proof of Concept: A demonstration in principle that a certain method or idea is feasible.
• Medical Procedure: A course of action intended to achieve a result in the delivery of healthcare. A medical procedure with the intention of determining, measuring, or diagnosing a patient condition or parameter is also called a medical test.
• Medical Technique: A method or procedure used in the medical field to achieve a specific outcome.

See Also

• Medical Education
• Medical Training
• Healthcare Delivery

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Demonstrate
• Wikipedia's article - Demonstrate

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