Hospitalization
(noun)
The process of being admitted to and remaining in a hospital as a patient.
Origin:
The word "hospitalization" was derived from the word "hospital" which originated from the latin word "hospes" meaning guest or stranger and "hospitium" meaning accommodation. the word originally described a place where travelers could receive lodging and care.
Examples:
- The patient required hospitalization for her broken leg.
- The length of his hospitalization will depend on his recovery.
- The hospitalization was a result of a severe case of pneumonia.
- Due to the risk of infection, the doctor recommended hospitalization.
- The family was relieved when the patient was discharged after a short hospitalization.