De operatieverpleegkundige
Example: De operatieverpleegkundige helpt de dokter tijdens de operatie.
Definition
"De operatieverpleegkundige" refers to a specialized nurse who assists the doctor during surgical operations by preparing the operating room, managing surgical instruments, and ensuring patient safety throughout the procedure.
Etymology
The word "de operatieverpleegkundige" is Dutch, combining "operatie" meaning operation or surgery, and "verpleegkundige" meaning nurse or caregiver. It literally translates to 'the operating nurse,' reflecting the role's focus on surgical assistance.
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"De operatieverpleegkundige" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medical Professions - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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the operating room nurse