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Watch (medical term)
Watch (pronounced: /wɒtʃ/) is a term used in the medical field to denote the act of observing or monitoring a patient's condition over a period of time.
Etymology
The term "watch" is derived from the Old English word 'wæcce', meaning 'wakefulness', 'vigil', which is related to 'wacian', 'be awake'. In the medical context, it refers to the vigilant observation and monitoring of a patient's condition.
Related Terms
- Observation: In medicine, observation is the act of monitoring a patient's condition, symptoms, and vital signs over a period of time. It is a key component of patient care and is often used in conjunction with 'watch' as in 'watchful observation'.
- Monitor: A monitor in the medical context can refer to a device used to track a patient's vital signs or the act of observing a patient's condition.
- Vital Signs: Vital signs are measurements of the body's basic functions. These measurements are used to assess the general physical health of a person, give clues to possible diseases, and show progress toward recovery.
- Patient Care: Patient care refers to the services provided by healthcare professionals to individuals who are in need of medical attention. It includes monitoring or 'watching' the patient's condition, providing treatment, and ensuring the patient's comfort.
- Healthcare Professional: A healthcare professional is a person who provides preventive, curative, promotional, or rehabilitative health care services in a systematic way to people, families, or communities.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Watch
- Wikipedia's article - Watch
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