Used
Used
Used (pronounced: /juːzd/) is a term often applied in the medical field to describe a condition, tool, or method that has been previously utilized or applied.
Etymology
The term "used" originates from the Old English usian, meaning "to use, employ, apply, perform, practice, exercise, experience".
Related Terms
- Use: The act of utilizing something for a purpose.
- Used up: A term often used to describe a resource that has been fully consumed or depleted.
- Used in: A term used to describe the context or situation in which something is applied or utilized.
- Reused: The act of using something again, often after it has been cleaned or refurbished.
Medical Context
In the medical field, "used" can refer to a variety of contexts. For example, a "used syringe" refers to a syringe that has been previously utilized for injection. Similarly, "used in surgery" refers to tools or methods that have been applied in a surgical context.
It's important to note that in medical contexts, "used" often carries implications about sanitation and safety. For example, "used" tools must be properly cleaned and sterilized before they can be reused, to prevent the spread of disease.
See Also
- Sterilization (medical): The process of cleaning medical tools to make them safe for reuse.
- Medical equipment: Tools and devices used in the medical field.
- Medical procedure: A method or practice used in the medical field.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Used
- Wikipedia's article - Used
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