Field Medical Care
/ˈfiːld ˈmɛdɪkəl kɛər/
Definitions
- (n.) Medical support and treatment provided to military personnel or others in active field operations, focusing on immediate and emergency care outside traditional medical facilities.
The soldier received field medical care immediately after the injury on the battlefield.
Forms
- field medical care
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Commentary
Field medical care is distinct from hospital care due to its situational urgency and resource limitations; legal definitions often appear in military and emergency response regulations.
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