De levensondersteuning
Example: De levensondersteuning helpt patiënten in kritieke toestand overleven.
Definition
"De levensondersteuning" refers to the medical support systems and treatments that sustain vital functions in patients who are critically ill or unable to survive without such assistance, helping them to maintain life during severe health crises.
Etymology
The term "de levensondersteuning" is Dutch, combining "leven" meaning life and "ondersteuning" meaning support. It literally translates to 'life support,' reflecting its purpose of providing essential assistance to sustain life. Did you know this compound term highlights the crucial role of medical technology in patient care?
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"De levensondersteuning" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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