Vigil
Vigil
Vigil (/'vɪdʒɪl/) is a term used in the medical field to describe a period of purposeful sleeplessness, an occasion for devotional watching, or an observance. The term originates from the Latin word vigilia meaning wakefulness.
Etymology
The term Vigil is derived from the Latin word vigilia which means wakefulness. It was first used in the English language in the 13th century.
Medical Usage
In the medical context, a vigil is often held in hospitals by family members who stay awake at a patient's bedside, especially when the patient is critically ill or dying. This practice is common in many cultures and is seen as a sign of solidarity and support for the patient.
Related Terms
- Sleep deprivation: A condition that occurs if you don't get enough sleep. Not only does sleep deprivation affect your health, but it can also affect your ability to perform daily activities.
- Insomnia: A sleep disorder in which you have trouble falling and/or staying asleep.
- Hypersomnia: A condition characterized by excessive sleepiness, regardless of how much sleep an individual has gotten.
- Narcolepsy: A chronic sleep disorder characterized by overwhelming daytime drowsiness and sudden attacks of sleep.
- Sleep apnea: A potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vigil
- Wikipedia's article - Vigil
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