Quilt
Quilt
Quilt (/kwɪlt/) is a term that, while not typically associated with the medical field, can be found in certain medical contexts. The term originates from the Latin word culcita, meaning a stuffed sack, and the Old French word quilte, meaning a mattress filled with wool.
Medical Usage
In a medical context, a quilt can refer to a type of bedding used in hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Quilts are often used to provide warmth and comfort to patients, and can also serve as a form of pressure relief for those who are bedridden.
Quilts used in healthcare settings are typically made from durable, easy-to-clean materials, and may have special features such as antimicrobial properties or the ability to resist fluid penetration.
Related Terms
- Blanket: A blanket is a large piece of soft cloth, typically used to keep warm, traditionally when sleeping or resting.
- Comforter: A comforter is a type of blanket. Made from two lengths of fabric stitched together and filled with insulative materials, it is used to keep the sleeper warm.
- Duvet: A duvet is a type of bedding, a soft flat bag filled with down, feathers, wool, or a synthetic alternative, and protected with a removable cover.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Quilt
- Wikipedia's article - Quilt
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