Follow
Follow (fŏl′ō)
Follow (pronounced as /ˈfɑːloʊ/) is a term commonly used in the medical field. It is derived from the Old English word 'fōlgoþ', which means to pursue or to go after.
Definition
In a medical context, 'follow' often refers to the act of tracking or monitoring a patient's progress or the course of a disease. It can also refer to the act of adhering to a prescribed treatment plan or regimen.
Related Terms
- Follow-up: A subsequent examination or meeting to monitor a patient's progress or the effectiveness of a treatment plan.
- Follow-through: The act of continuing a process or activity to its conclusion.
- Patient compliance: The degree to which a patient correctly follows medical advice or treatment plans.
Etymology
The term 'follow' is derived from the Old English 'fōlgoþ', which means to pursue or to go after. It has been used in the English language since the 10th century and has been adopted into the medical lexicon to describe the act of tracking or monitoring a patient's progress or the course of a disease.
Pronunciation
The term 'follow' is pronounced as /ˈfɑːloʊ/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Follow
- Wikipedia's article - Follow
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