De geestelijk verzorger
Example: De geestelijk verzorger helpt patiënten met hun gevoelens.
Definition
"De geestelijk verzorger" refers to a spiritual caregiver who supports patients by addressing their emotional, spiritual, and existential needs during medical treatment or hospitalization, helping them cope with their feelings and challenges.
Etymology
The term "de geestelijk verzorger" comes from Dutch, where "geestelijk" means spiritual or mental, and "verzorger" means caregiver. It literally translates to 'the spiritual caretaker,' highlighting the role of someone who provides spiritual support, especially in healthcare settings.
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"De geestelijk verzorger" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medical Professions - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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