Following
Following (Medicine)
Following (/ˈfɒləʊɪŋ/), in the context of medicine, refers to the act of tracking or monitoring the progress of a patient's condition or disease over a period of time. The term is often used in relation to the ongoing care and treatment of patients with chronic or long-term conditions.
Etymology
The term "following" originates from the Old English 'folgian', which means 'to pursue or to go after'. In the medical context, it refers to the ongoing pursuit of understanding a patient's condition and its progression.
Related Terms
- Patient Monitoring: The continuous or intermittent observation and recording of a patient's physiological functions and condition.
- Chronic Disease: A disease that persists over a long period of time, often requiring ongoing monitoring or 'following'.
- Progression (Medicine): The course of a disease or condition over time, often tracked or 'followed' by healthcare professionals.
- Treatment Plan: A detailed plan devised by healthcare professionals to manage a patient's disease or condition, often involving regular 'following' or monitoring.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Following
- Wikipedia's article - Following
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