Adjective
/priːəˈnɛsθɪk/
The term "preanesthetic" refers to something that occurs or is administered before anesthesia is applied. It typically relates to medications or procedures that prepare a patient for anesthesia and surgery, helping to ensure safety and comfort during the surgical process.
In English, it is commonly used in medical contexts, primarily in written form, such as in medical reports, academic papers, or patient information. It is not frequently used in everyday conversation.
(Врач рекомендовал преданестезирующее лекарство, чтобы помочь уменьшить тревогу пациента перед операцией.)
Proper preanesthetic assessment is crucial for minimizing the risks associated with surgical procedures.
(Правильная преданестезирующая оценка имеет решающее значение для минимизации рисков, связанных с хирургическими процедурами.)
The anesthesiologist explained the preanesthetic process to ensure that the patient felt comfortable and informed.
While "preanesthetic" itself is not commonly found in idioms, it is related to expressions in the medical field that emphasize preparation and readiness for surgery or medical treatment. Here are a few related examples:
(Предоперационная помощь так же важна, как и сама операция.)
"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, especially with preanesthetic protocols."
(Служит данное средство легче, чем целый фунт лечения, особенно с преданестезирующими протоколами.)
"Getting the right preoperative workup can help avoid bumps in the road during surgery."
The term "preanesthetic" is formed from the prefix "pre-" meaning 'before' and "anesthetic," which is derived from the Greek word "anesthesis," meaning 'lack of sensation,' from "an-" meaning 'without' and "aisthesis" meaning 'sensation.' The term began to be used in the medical field in the mid-20th century as anesthesia practices became more refined and standardized.