Die Krankenschwester
Example: Die Krankenschwester hilft den Patienten im Krankenhaus.
Definition
"Die Krankenschwester" refers to a female nurse who provides medical care and assistance to patients in hospitals or other healthcare settings. She supports doctors, monitors patient health, administers treatments, and helps ensure overall patient well-being.
Etymology
The word "die Krankenschwester" comes from German, where "krank" means sick and "Schwester" means sister. Historically, nurses were often women who served like sisters to the sick, offering care and comfort, which is reflected in this term.
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