De hospiceverpleegkundige
Example: De hospiceverpleegkundige zorgt goed voor terminale patiënten.
Definition
"De hospiceverpleegkundige" refers to a specialized nurse who provides compassionate care and support to terminally ill patients, focusing on pain management and emotional comfort during their final stages of life, often working in hospices or palliative care settings.
Etymology
The word "de hospiceverpleegkundige" is Dutch, combining "hospice," which comes from the Latin 'hospitium' meaning 'guesthouse or shelter,' and "verpleegkundige," meaning nurse or caregiver. Did you know? The term reflects a nurse dedicated to caring for guests in their final journey, emphasizing comfort and dignity.
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"De hospiceverpleegkundige" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medical Professions - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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