Dispatch
Dispatch
Dispatch (/dɪˈspætʃ/), from the Italian word 'dispacciare' meaning 'to send off', is a term used in various fields of medicine. It is often associated with the process of sending medical personnel or resources to a location where they are needed.
Etymology
The term 'dispatch' originates from the Italian word 'dispacciare', which means 'to send off'. It was first used in English in the 16th century and has since been adopted into various fields, including medicine.
In Medicine
In the field of Emergency Medicine, dispatch refers to the process of sending emergency medical services (EMS) to a location where they are needed. This can include ambulances, paramedics, or other emergency medical personnel. The dispatch process is typically coordinated by a dispatch center, which receives emergency calls and determines the appropriate response.
In Hospital Administration, dispatch can also refer to the process of sending medical supplies or equipment to different departments within a hospital. This can include medications, medical devices, or other necessary supplies.
Related Terms
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS): A system that provides emergency medical care to people who are in need. This can include ambulance services, paramedic services, and other emergency medical personnel.
- Dispatch Center: A centralized location that receives emergency calls and coordinates the dispatch of emergency medical services.
- Ambulance: A vehicle equipped to provide emergency medical care to patients and transport them to a hospital or other medical facility.
- Paramedic: A healthcare professional who provides emergency medical care, often in an out-of-hospital setting. They are typically dispatched to the scene of an emergency.
- Hospital Administration: The management and administration of a hospital or other healthcare facility. This can include the dispatch of medical supplies and equipment to different departments within the hospital.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dispatch
- Wikipedia's article - Dispatch
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