Holding

Holding is a term used in various contexts in the medical field. It can refer to the act of physically supporting a patient or object, or it can be used metaphorically to describe the act of maintaining a certain position or state.

Physical Holding

In the context of physical support, holding can refer to the act of supporting a patient's body or a part of their body during a medical procedure. This can be done by a healthcare professional, such as a nurse or doctor, or by a medical device, such as a surgical retractor or patient lift.

Physical holding is often necessary during procedures that require precision, such as surgery, injections, or physical examinations. It can also be necessary for patient safety, for example, when a patient is at risk of falling or when they are unable to support their own body weight due to illness or injury.

Metaphorical Holding

In a metaphorical sense, holding can refer to the act of maintaining a certain position or state. This can be used in the context of patient care, where a healthcare professional might 'hold' a patient's condition stable by administering medication or providing other forms of treatment.

Metaphorical holding can also refer to the act of maintaining a certain emotional state. For example, a healthcare professional might 'hold' a patient's anxiety or fear at bay by providing reassurance and emotional support.

See Also

• Patient lift
• Surgical retractor
• Patient care
• Surgery
• Injections
• Physical examinations

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