Universal
Universal
Universal (pronounced: /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəl/) is a term that is widely used in various fields, including medicine. The term originates from the Latin word "universalis", which means "pertaining to all". In the medical field, it often refers to something that is applicable or relevant to all cases or individuals.
Medical Usage
In medicine, the term "universal" is often used in the context of "universal precautions" or "universal healthcare".
Universal precautions refer to a set of precautions designed to prevent transmission of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepatitis B virus (HBV), and other bloodborne pathogens when providing first aid or healthcare. These precautions are applied to all patients, regardless of their diagnosis or presumed infection status.
Universal healthcare, on the other hand, is a healthcare system that provides health care and financial protection to all its residents. It is organized around providing a specified package of benefits to all members of a society with the end goal of providing financial risk protection, improved access to health services, and improved health outcomes.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Universal
- Wikipedia's article - Universal
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