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Text (pronunciation: /tɛkst/), from the Latin textus, meaning "tissue, literary style, system of procedures", is a term used in various fields of medicine to refer to the written or printed words that form the main body of content in a medical document, book, or other material.
Etymology
The term "text" originates from the Latin word textus, which means "tissue, literary style, system of procedures". It was first used in the English language in the late 14th century to refer to a written work in book form.
Medical Usage
In the medical field, text is used to refer to the main body of written or printed words in a medical document, book, or other material. This can include medical literature, medical reports, medical prescriptions, and medical records.
Related Terms
- Medical Literature: Refers to articles in medical and scientific journals, case reports, and textbooks that provide evidence-based information on healthcare topics.
- Medical Report: A detailed document that describes the medical history, clinical findings, diagnostic test results, therapies, and follow-up of a patient.
- Medical Prescription: A health-care program implemented by a physician or other qualified health care practitioner in the form of instructions that govern the plan of care for an individual patient.
- Medical Record: A systematic documentation of a patient's medical history and care.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Text
- Wikipedia's article - Text
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