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Improve
Improve (pronounced im-proov) is a term used in the medical field to describe the process of getting better or making something better. The term is derived from the Latin word "improbus", which means "not good".
Etymology
The term "improve" comes from the Old French "improver", which means "to turn to profit". This was later changed to "improve" in the 16th century.
Related Terms
- Health: The state of being free from illness or injury. It is often the goal of medical treatment to improve a patient's health.
- Recovery: The process of returning to a normal state of health, mind, or strength. Improvement is often seen during the recovery process.
- Therapy: Treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder. The goal of therapy is often to improve the patient's condition.
- Rehabilitation: The action of restoring someone to health or normal life through training and therapy after imprisonment, addiction, or illness. Improvement is a key aspect of rehabilitation.
- Treatment: Medical care given to a patient for an illness or injury. The aim of treatment is to improve the patient's condition.
Pronunciation
Improve is pronounced as /ɪmˈpruːv/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Improve
- Wikipedia's article - Improve
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