Measure
Measure (Medicine)
Measure (pronounced: /ˈmeʒər/) in the context of medicine refers to the quantification or estimation of a particular health-related variable. This can include anything from the measurement of a patient's blood pressure, to the calculation of body mass index, to the assessment of pain scales.
Etymology
The term 'measure' originates from the Old French mesure, which in turn is derived from the Latin mensura, meaning 'a measuring, a thing to measure by'. It has been used in the English language since the late 13th century.
Related Terms
- Quantitative analysis: This is a technique used to understand behavior by using complex mathematical and statistical modeling, measurement, and research. In medicine, it is often used to measure the effectiveness of a particular treatment or intervention.
- Qualitative analysis: This is a method of inquiry employed in many different academic disciplines, traditionally in the social sciences, but also in market research and further contexts. In medicine, it is often used to understand patient experiences and perceptions.
- Biostatistics: This is the application of statistics to a wide range of topics in biology. In medicine, it is often used to analyze and interpret complex medical data.
- Epidemiology: This is the study and analysis of the distribution, patterns and determinants of health and disease conditions in defined populations. It is a cornerstone of public health, and shapes policy decisions and evidence-based practice by identifying risk factors for disease and targets for preventive healthcare.
- Clinical trial: This is a type of research that studies new tests and treatments and evaluates their effects on human health outcomes. Measures are crucial in clinical trials to assess the effectiveness and safety of new interventions.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Measure
- Wikipedia's article - Measure
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