Composed
Composed
Composed (/kəmˈpoʊzd/), from the Latin compositus, meaning "put together", is a term often used in the medical field to describe a state of calmness or tranquility, particularly in relation to a patient's mental or emotional state. It can also refer to the arrangement or structure of various elements in a medical context, such as a composed fracture, where the bone fragments are well-aligned and stable.
Etymology
The term "composed" originates from the Latin compositus, which is the past participle of componere meaning "to put together". In the medical context, it is used to describe a state of calmness or tranquility, or the arrangement or structure of various elements.
Related Terms
- Composure: A state of being calm and in control of oneself. Composure is often a desirable trait in medical professionals, who must often work under stressful conditions.
- Composed Fracture: A type of fracture where the bone fragments are well-aligned and stable. This is in contrast to a displaced fracture, where the bone fragments are moved out of alignment.
- Tranquility: A state of peace and quiet. In a medical context, tranquility can refer to a patient's mental or emotional state, or the atmosphere of a medical facility.
- Stability: In a medical context, stability can refer to the state of a patient's health, or the state of a bone or joint following an injury or surgery.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Composed
- Wikipedia's article - Composed
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