El paramédico
Example: El paramédico llegó rápido para ayudar al herido.
Definition
"El paramédico" refers to a medical professional trained to provide emergency care and assistance before a patient reaches a hospital. Paramedics respond quickly to accidents or health crises, offering critical support such as first aid, CPR, and transportation to medical facilities.
Etymology
The word "el paramédico" comes from the prefix 'para-' meaning 'alongside' or 'beyond,' combined with 'médico,' the Spanish term for 'doctor' or 'medical.' It reflects the role of a paramedic as someone who works alongside doctors to provide medical aid outside hospital settings. Did you know? The term highlights their crucial position in the chain of emergency healthcare.
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"El paramédico" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Medical Professions - (A1) - set 1", containing 101 commonly used words.
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