Roll
Roll (medical term)
Roll (pronounced: /rōl/) is a term used in various medical contexts, often referring to the action of moving a patient or body part in a particular way.
Etymology
The term "roll" originates from the Old English rōllian, meaning "to revolve, turn over". It has been used in the English language since the 14th century.
Pronunciation
The term is pronounced as /rōl/, rhyming with "bowl".
In Medicine
In medicine, "roll" can refer to several different actions or procedures:
- Patient roll: This is a method used to move a patient from one side to the other, often used when changing bed linens or performing certain examinations or procedures.
- Roll test: A diagnostic procedure used to determine the presence of free fluid in the abdominal cavity, often used in cases of suspected internal bleeding.
- Epley maneuver: Also known as the canalith repositioning procedure, this involves a series of head movements (including a "roll") to treat benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV).
Related Terms
- Rotation: This is a similar movement to a roll, but typically refers to the movement of a body part around its own axis.
- Tilt: This is another type of movement, often used in conjunction with a roll, to position a patient or body part in a specific way.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Roll
- Wikipedia's article - Roll
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