Execution

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Execution (medicine)

Execution (pronounced: ex·e·cu·tion, /ˌeksəˈkyo͞oSH(ə)n/) is a term used in the field of medicine to describe the process of carrying out a specific medical procedure or treatment plan. The term is derived from the Latin word 'exsequi', meaning 'to follow out'.

Etymology

The term 'execution' in the context of medicine is derived from the Latin word 'exsequi', which means 'to follow out'. This is in reference to the act of following through with a specific medical procedure or treatment plan.

Related Terms

  • Procedure: A series of actions conducted in a certain order or manner.
  • Treatment Plan: A detailed plan with information about a patient's disease, the goal of treatment, the treatment options for the disease and possible side effects, and the expected length of treatment.
  • Medical Protocol: A detailed plan of a scientific or medical experiment, treatment, or procedure.
  • Clinical Practice Guidelines: Statements that include recommendations intended to optimize patient care that are informed by a systematic review of evidence and an assessment of the benefits and harms of alternative care options.

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