Must
Must
Must (/mʌst/) is a term used in medicine and healthcare to denote a condition or action that is absolutely necessary or required.
Etymology
The term "must" originates from the Old English word "mōste", a past tense of the verb "mōtan" which means "to be allowed". Over time, the term evolved to its current usage, indicating an obligation or requirement.
Medical Usage
In a medical context, "must" is often used to indicate a necessary procedure, treatment, or condition. For example, a doctor might say, "The patient must take this medication daily," indicating that the action is not optional but required for the patient's health.
Related Terms
- Prescription: A legal document in which a medical practitioner advises a patient to use a specific medication or treatment.
- Diagnosis: The identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms.
- Prognosis: The likely course of a disease or ailment.
- Therapy: Treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder.
- Protocol: A detailed plan of a scientific or medical experiment, treatment, or procedure.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Must
- Wikipedia's article - Must
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