Field hospital

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Field Hospital

A Field Hospital (pronunciation: /fiːld ˈhɒspɪtəl/) is a temporary medical facility or a mobile medical unit that is deployed by the military during armed conflicts, natural disasters, or public health emergencies.

Etymology

The term "Field Hospital" originates from the military context where such facilities were set up in the 'field' of battle. The word 'field' in this context refers to a wide open space where battles are fought, and 'hospital' is derived from the Latin word 'hospes', meaning a guest or stranger, which later evolved to mean a place where strangers or travelers were taken care of.

Description

A Field Hospital is designed to be mobile and can be set up quickly to provide immediate medical care in situations where existing medical infrastructure is non-existent or has been destroyed. It typically includes a surgical unit, intensive care unit, radiology unit, and a pharmacy. The staff includes surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, and other medical professionals.

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