medical equipment — Tools, instruments, and devices used in medical diagnosis, treatment, and care
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: Tools, instruments, and devices used in medical diagnosis, treatment, and care
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmedɪkəl ɪˈkwɪpmənt/
Example Sentences
- The new medical equipment makes doctors feel like they're in a sci-fi movie.
- All medical equipment must be sanitized before each patient.
- The medical equipment budget increased by 30% this year.
medical equipment
NOUN[/ˈmedɪkəl ɪˈkwɪpmənt/]
Tools, instruments, and devices used in medical diagnosis, treatment, and care
a doctor examines a patient using a stethoscope while reaching for other instruments on a medical tray. The stethoscope connects to the patient's chest as the doctor listens carefully to their heartbeat. On the nearby medical cart, various tools are organized including a blood pressure cuff, thermometer, and otoscope. The doctor picks up the blood pressure cuff to continue the examination process. A nurse arranges additional medical instruments on the sterile tray nearby. The patient sits calmly on the examination table as the medical assessment continues. tools, instruments, and devices being used in medical diagnosis, treatment, and care
Fresh shipment of medical equipment enables life-saving treatment!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Medical derives from Latin medicus (physician), while equipment originates from French équiper (to furnish or outfit). The compound term refers to instruments and tools necessary for physicians to diagnose and treat patients.
Breakdown
Medical: from Latin medicus (doctor, healer). Equipment: from French équiper (to equip, furnish), itself from Old French eschipper, meaning to fit out or provision.
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📝Examples
“The new medical equipment makes doctors feel like they're in a sci-fi movie.”
“All medical equipment must be sanitized before each patient.”
“The medical equipment budget increased by 30% this year.”
“She specializes in training staff on complex medical equipment.”
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