Emergency service
Emergency service
Emergency service (pronunciation: /ɪˈmɜːdʒənsi ˈsɜːvɪs/) is a public service that provides immediate response to urgent needs, often in times of crisis.
Etymology
The term "emergency" originates from the Latin word "emergere," which means "to arise, bring to light," and the term "service" comes from the Old English word "sērvice," meaning "the act of serving."
Definition
Emergency services are organizations which ensure public safety and health by addressing different emergencies. They are primarily made up of three disciplines: the police, fire department, and emergency medical services (EMS).
Related Terms
- Police: A body of government officials trained in methods of law enforcement and crime prevention and detection.
- Fire department: An organization that provides firefighting services, as well as other safety and rescue operations.
- Emergency medical services (EMS): A service providing out-of-hospital acute medical care and/or transport to definitive care, to patients with illnesses and injuries which the patient believes constitute a medical emergency.
Categories
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Emergency service
- Wikipedia's article - Emergency service
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