District
District Nurse
District Nurse (pronunciation: /ˈdɪstrɪkt nɜːrs/) is a term used to describe a nurse who provides a spectrum of healthcare services to patients in their own homes, schools, and other community settings.
Etymology
The term "District Nurse" originates from the English language. The word "district" comes from the Latin districtus, meaning area or region, and "nurse" comes from the Latin nutrire, meaning to nourish.
Role and Responsibilities
A District Nurse plays a crucial role in the primary healthcare team. They visit people in their own homes or in community health centers, providing care for patients and supporting family members.
Specific duties of a District Nurse include:
- Providing direct nursing care to patients, which can include everything from wound care to administering injections.
- Assessing the healthcare needs of patients and families.
- Monitoring and administering medication.
- Liaising with hospitals and other healthcare professionals.
- Organizing care and developing risk assessments.
- Educating patients about self-health care.
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See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on District
- Wikipedia's article - District
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