infirmarian

Meanings

• noun

  A person who takes care of the sick or injured in a hospital or other healthcare facility.

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Variants

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infirmaries , infirmary

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Etymology

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The term infirmarian comes from the Latin word 'infirmus' meaning weak or sick, and the suffix 'arian' denoting a person who takes care of.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that the first recorded use of the term infirmarian was in the 14th century?

2. Infirmarians often work in collaboration with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors and nurses, to ensure that patients receive comprehensive care.

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Related Concepts

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1. nurse: Infirmarians are similar to nurses, but their role is more focused on providing emotional and spiritual support to patients, while nurses are primarily responsible for administering medical care.

2. healthcare provider: Infirmarians are a type of healthcare provider, along with doctors, nurses, and therapists.

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Culture

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Infirmarians have played an essential role in healthcare since ancient times. In literature, infirmarians have been portrayed as compassionate caregivers, such as Sister Berthe in the novel 'The Sisters of the Good Shepherd' by Georges Bernanos.

How to Memorize "infirmarian"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person dressed in a hospital uniform, comforting a patient, and providing emotional support.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term infirmarian with the image of a caring and compassionate person.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Infirmarian is InFirM and Caring' to help memorize the term.

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