Medical supplies

Medical supplies

Medical supplies (pronunciation: /ˈmɛdɪkəl səˈplaɪz/) are essential items used in various healthcare settings to support the work of medical professionals and aid in patient care.

Etymology

The term "medical supplies" is derived from the Latin word "medicus" meaning "pertaining to healing" and the Middle English word "supplyen" meaning "to help or aid".

Types of Medical Supplies

Medical supplies can be broadly categorized into the following types:

1. Diagnostic equipment: These are tools used by healthcare professionals to diagnose, monitor or treat medical conditions. Examples include stethoscopes, thermometers, and blood pressure monitors.
2. Disposable medical supplies: These are single-use items that help prevent infection. Examples include syringes, bandages, and gloves.
3. Durable medical equipment: These are reusable items that serve a medical purpose. Examples include wheelchairs, hospital beds, and walkers.
4. Personal protective equipment: These are items worn by healthcare professionals to protect themselves from infection. Examples include masks, gloves, and gowns.

Related Terms

• Medical equipment: This term is often used interchangeably with medical supplies. However, it generally refers to larger, more complex items used in healthcare settings.
• Pharmaceuticals: These are medicinal drugs used to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent disease.
• Healthcare: This is the maintenance or improvement of health via the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, recovery, or cure of disease, illness, injury, and other physical and mental impairments in people.

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Medical supplies
• Wikipedia's article - Medical supplies

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