Detail
Detail (de-tail)
Detail (pronounced /ˈdiːteɪl/) is a term used in various fields, including medicine, to refer to the minutiae or specific features of a larger structure or concept. The term originates from the French 'détail', which means 'a piece cut off' or 'a small piece of something'.
Medical Usage
In the field of medicine, detail refers to the specific aspects of a patient's medical history, symptoms, or diagnosis that are important for understanding their condition and determining the best course of treatment. For example, a doctor might ask for more detail about a patient's symptoms to help diagnose their illness.
Related Terms
- Clinical Detail: This refers to the specific information about a patient's medical history, symptoms, and diagnosis that is used in clinical practice.
- Detail Oriented: This is a term often used to describe healthcare professionals who pay close attention to the details of their work, such as accurately recording patient information or carefully following medical procedures.
- Medical History: This is a record of information about a person's past health, including illnesses, surgeries, and treatments. It is an important source of detail in medical practice.
- Symptoms: These are the physical or mental signs that a person is unwell. They provide important detail for diagnosing illnesses.
- Diagnosis: This is the identification of a disease or condition. It is based on the detail provided by a patient's symptoms and medical history.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Detail
- Wikipedia's article - Detail
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