La enfermera oncóloga
Example: La enfermera oncóloga cuida a los pacientes con cáncer.
Definition
"La enfermera oncóloga" refers to a specialized nurse who provides care and support to patients diagnosed with cancer. This nurse is trained in oncology, assisting in treatment, managing symptoms, and offering emotional support throughout the patient's cancer journey.
Translations
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the oncology nurse -
de oncologie verpleegkundige -
la infermera oncòloga -
l'infirmière oncologue -
die onkologische Krankenschwester
Etymology
The term "la enfermera oncóloga" combines Spanish words where "enfermera" means nurse, derived from Latin "infirmarius" meaning 'one who takes care of the sick,' and "oncóloga" comes from "oncología," the study of tumors, which originates from Greek "onkos" meaning 'mass or tumor' and "-logy" meaning 'study of.' Together, they designate a nurse specialized in cancer care.
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"La enfermera oncóloga" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Medical Professions - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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