Regulations
Regulations (Medicine)
Regulations (pronunciation: /ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃənz/) in the context of medicine refer to the rules or directives made and maintained by an authority, such as a government or regulatory body, to control, direct, or manage activities related to healthcare and medical practices.
Etymology
The term 'regulation' originates from the Latin word 'regulare', which means 'to control by rule, direct'. In the context of medicine, it refers to the control and management of healthcare practices and standards.
Related Terms
- Healthcare Law: The branch of law that deals with the provision of healthcare services.
- Medical Ethics: The system of moral principles that apply values and judgments to the practice of medicine.
- Clinical Guidelines: Systematically developed statements to assist practitioner and patient decisions about appropriate healthcare for specific clinical circumstances.
- Medical Licensing: The process by which regulatory authorities grant permission to health professionals to practice a specific health-related occupation.
- Patient Safety: The prevention of errors and adverse effects to patients associated with healthcare.
Medical Regulations
Medical regulations are rules or directives made and maintained by an authority to control, direct, or manage activities related to healthcare and medical practices. These regulations are designed to protect patient safety, ensure the quality of care, and promote ethical practices among healthcare providers.
Types of Medical Regulations
- Drug Regulations: These are rules governing the research, development, production, distribution, and use of drugs and medications.
- Medical Device Regulations: These are rules governing the design, manufacturing, and use of medical devices.
- Clinical Trial Regulations: These are rules governing the conduct of clinical trials, including the protection of human subjects, data integrity, and ethical considerations.
- Hospital Regulations: These are rules governing the operation of hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Regulations
- Wikipedia's article - Regulations
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