device

a crafty scheme; gadget; design; ruse: His friendliness was only a device to gain your trust.
Not to be confused with:devise – contrive, plan, or elaborate; form a plan; prepare: He will devise a way to get your money.

de·vice

D0179300 (dĭ-vīs′)n.1. An object designed and manufactured to perform one or more functions.2. A literary contrivance, such as parallelism or personification, used to achieve a particular effect.3. a. A decorative design, figure, or pattern, as one used in embroidery. See Synonyms at figure.b. A graphic symbol or motto, especially in heraldry.4. A plan or scheme for accomplishing something: "Now Lydgate might have called at the warehouse, or might have written a message on a leaf of his pocket-book and left it at the door. Yet these simple devices apparently did not occur to him" (George Eliot).Idiom: leave to (one's) own devices1. To allow (someone) to do as he or she pleases: left the child to her own devices for an hour.2. To force (someone) to cope or manage without assistance: Most people would die in the desert if left to their own devices.

[Middle English, from Old French devis, division, wish, and Old French devise, design, both from Latin dīvīsus, dīvīsa, past participle of dīvidere, to divide, separate; see divide.]

device

(dɪˈvaɪs) n1. (Tools) a machine or tool used for a specific task; contrivance2. (Firearms, Gunnery, Ordnance & Artillery) euphemistic a bomb3. a plan or plot, esp a clever or evil one; scheme; trick4. (Art Terms) any ornamental pattern or picture, as in embroidery5. (Knitting & Sewing) any ornamental pattern or picture, as in embroidery6. (Computer Science) a piece of computer hardware that is designed for a specific function7. (Heraldry) a written, printed, or painted design or figure, used as a heraldic sign, emblem, trademark, etc8. (Literary & Literary Critical Terms) a particular pattern of words, figures of speech, etc, used in literature to produce an effect on the reader9. archaic the act or process of planning or devising10. leave someone to his or her own devices to leave someone alone to do as he or she wishes[C13: from Old French devis purpose, contrivance and devise difference, intention, from deviser to divide, control; see devise]

de•vice

(dɪˈvaɪs)

n. 1. a thing made for a particular purpose, esp. a mechanical, electric, or electronic invention or contrivance. 2. a plan, scheme, or procedure for effecting a purpose. 3. a crafty scheme; trick. 4. a word pattern, figure of speech, theatrical convention, etc., used in a literary or dramatic work to evoke a desired effect. 5. something elaborately or fancifully designed. 6. a representation or design used esp. as a heraldic charge or an emblem. 7. a motto; slogan. 8. Archaic. devising; invention. Idioms: leave to one's own devices, to allow (a person) to act according to desire or inclination. [1375–1425; devis division, discourse and devise heraldic device, will; both < Anglo-French, Old French < Latin dīvīsa, feminine of dīvīsus, past participle of dīvidere to divide]

device

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Device (/dɪvaɪs/) is a noun. A device is an object that has been made or built for a particular purpose, such as recording or measuring something.

...a device that could measure minute quantities of matter....an electronic device.2. 'devise'

Devise (/dɪvaɪz/) is a verb. If you devise a plan, system, or machine, you have the idea for it and you work it out or design it.

The challenge was to devise a proposal that kept costs to a minimum.Year by year we devise more precise instruments with which to observe the planets.

Thesaurus

Noun	1.	device - an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose; "the device is small enough to wear on your wrist"; "a device intended to conserve water"acoustic device - a device for amplifying or transmitting soundadaptor, adapter - device that enables something to be used in a way different from that for which it was intended or makes different pieces of apparatus compatibleafterburner - a device injects fuel into a hot exhaust for extra thrustagglomerator - a device that causes material to gather into rounded balls; "a sonic agglomerator"aerofoil, airfoil, control surface, surface - a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flightalarm system, warning device, alarm - a device that signals the occurrence of some undesirable eventappliance, contraption, contrivance, gadget, gismo, gizmo, widget, convenience - a device or control that is very useful for a particular jobapplicator, applier - a device for applying a substanceaspergill, aspersorium - a short-handled device with a globe containing a sponge; used for sprinkling holy waterrobot pilot, automatic pilot, autopilot - a navigational device that automatically keeps ships or planes or spacecraft on a steady coursebait, decoy, lure - something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killedbilliard marker - a device for keeping the score in a game of billiardsbird feeder, birdfeeder, feeder - an outdoor device that supplies food for wild birdsblower - a device that produces a current of airbootjack - has V-shaped notch for pulling off bootsbreathalyser, breathalyzer - a device that measures chemicals (especially the alcohol content) in a person's expired breathbreathing apparatus, breathing device, breathing machine, ventilator - a device that facilitates breathing in cases of respiratory failurebubbler - any of various devices in which air or some other gas is bubbled through a liquidfender, buffer - a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impactcatapult, launcher - a device that launches aircraft from a warshipbattery charger, charger - a device for charging or recharging batteriesclip-on - a device (as an earring, sunglasses, microphone etc.) that is attached by clipscomb - a flat device with narrow pointed teeth on one edge; disentangles or arranges hairbaby's dummy, teething ring, pacifier, comforter - device used for an infant to suck or bite onconductor - a device designed to transmit electricity, heat, etc.birth control device, contraceptive, contraceptive device, prophylactic device, preventative, preventive - an agent or device intended to prevent conceptionconverter, convertor - a device for changing one substance or form or state into anothercorer - a device for removing the core from applescorrective, restorative - a device for treating injury or diseasecrusher - a device that crushes somethingcryptograph - a device for deciphering codes and cipherscutoff - a device that terminates the flow in a pipedampener, moistener - a device that dampens or moistens something; "he used a dampener to moisten the shirts before he ironed them"damper, muffler - a device that decreases the amplitude of electronic, mechanical, acoustical, or aerodynamic oscillationsdeflector - a device intended to turn aside the flow of something (water or air or smoke etc)dental appliance - a device to repair teeth or replace missing teethdepressor - a device used by physician to press a part down or asidedetector, sensing element, sensor - any device that receives a signal or stimulus (as heat or pressure or light or motion etc.) and responds to it in a distinctive mannerdiestock - a device that holds the dies that cut external threads on metal cylindersdrive - (computer science) a device that writes data onto or reads data from a storage mediumdrop forge, drop hammer, drop press - device for making large forgingselastic device - any flexible device that will return to its original shape when stretchedelectrical device - a device that produces or is powered by electricity
	2.	device - something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effectexpressive style, style - a way of expressing something (in language or art or music etc.) that is characteristic of a particular person or group of people or period; "all the reporters were expected to adopt the style of the newspaper"conceit - an artistic device or effect; "the architect's brilliant conceit was to build the house around the tree"rhetorical device - a use of language that creates a literary effect (but often without regard for literal significance)
	3.	device - any clever maneuver; "he would stoop to any device to win a point"; "it was a great sales gimmick"; "a cheap promotions gimmick for greedy businessmen"gimmick, twisttactical maneuver, tactical manoeuvre, maneuver, manoeuvre - a move made to gain a tactical endmnemonic - a device (such as a rhyme or acronym) used to aid recallfast one, trick - a cunning or deceitful action or device; "he played a trick on me"; "he pulled a fast one and got away with it"
	4.	device - any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery)pattern, design, figure - a decorative or artistic work; "the coach had a design on the doors"seal, stamp - a device incised to make an impression; used to secure a closing or to authenticate documents
	5.	device - an emblematic design (especially in heraldry); "he was recognized by the device on his shield"emblem - special design or visual object representing a quality, type, group, etc.union - a device on a national flag emblematic of the union of two or more sovereignties (typically in the upper inner corner)heraldry - the study and classification of armorial bearings and the tracing of genealogies

device

noun1. gadget, machine, tool, instrument, implement, invention, appliance, apparatus, gimmick, utensil, contraption, widget (informal), contrivance, waldo, gizmo or gismo (slang, chiefly U.S. & Canad.) This device can measure minute quantities of matter.2. ploy, scheme, strategy, plan, design, project, shift, trick, manoeuvre, stunt, dodge, expedient, ruse, artifice, gambit, stratagem, wile His actions are obviously a device to buy time.

device

noun1. Something, as a machine, devised for a particular function:apparatus, appliance, contraption, contrivance.2. Something invented:brainchild, contrivance, invention.3. An indirect, usually cunning means of gaining an end:artifice, deception, dodge, feint, gimmick, imposture, jig, maneuver, ploy, ruse, sleight, stratagem, subterfuge, trick, wile.Informal: shenanigan, take-in.4. An element or a component in a decorative composition:design, figure, motif, motive, pattern.

Translations

器件手段装置

device

(diˈvais) noun1. something made for a purpose, eg a tool or instrument. a device for opening cans. 装置，器件 2. a plan or system of doing something, sometimes involving trickery. This is a device for avoiding income tax.手段

device , unlike advice , can be used in the plural: ingenious devices .
devise is a verb: to devise a scheme .

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device

[de-vīs´] something contrived for a specific purpose; usually a simple mechanical apparatus.assisting d's (assistive d's) tools and implements that aid a person with a disability in carrying out mobility or activities of daily living.intrauterine device see intrauterine device.left ventricular assist device a circulatory support device consisting of a pump connected to an external pneumatic power source and control circuit; it has afferent and efferent conduits attached respectively to the left atrium or ventricle and the ascending aorta. Each conduit contains a porcine valve to ensure unidirectional blood flow and maintain systemic circulation when the heart is unable to do so. The device is used as a bridge to transplantation.mobility device a device such as a wheelchair, motorized scooter, cart, or stroller that permits the disabled individual to move about and have greater access to the environment.terminal device the end piece of a prosthesis for the upper limb; it may be a hook or a mechanical or cosmetic hand.

de·vice

(dē-vīs'), An appliance, usually mechanical, designed to perform a specific function, such as prosthesis or orthesis. [M.E., fr. O.Fr. devis, fr. L. divisum, divided]

Medspeak An instrument designed to perform a particular task
Therapeutics An instrument, apparatus, or contrivance, including components, parts, and accessories, intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease in humans or animals or to affect the structure or any function of the body of man or animals
Tobacco control An instrument that performs a particular function which, for the FDA, includes tobacco products; this definition allows the FDA to regulate tobacco

device

Medtalk An instrument designed to perform a particular task Therapeutics An instrument, apparatus, or contrivance, including components, parts, and accessories, intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease in man or animals or to affect the structure or any function of the body of man or animals. See Medical device.

de·vice

(dĕ-vīs') An appliance, usually mechanical, designed to perform a specific function (e.g., prosthesis or orthosis).
See also: assistive technology[O. Fr. devis, division fr. L. dividere, to divide]

device

(di-vis') [Fr. devis, contrivance] An apparatus, tool, or machine made for a specific function.

ABDUCTION DEVICE

abduction device

A trapezoidal pillow, wedge, or splint placed between the arm and torso to prevent adduction. It is commonly used postoperatively for patients having total joint replacement or open reduction or internal fixation of the hip or shoulder. See: illustration

adaptive device

Assistive technology.

adaptive seating device

Abbreviation: ASD
A device that provides a proper sitting position for those with limited motor control. Such devices include seating inserts, wheelchairs, and postural support systems designed to prevent deformities and enhance function. Synonym: seating system

assistive technology device

Assistive technology.

augmentative device

A device that helps people with limited or no speech to communicate. Examples include communication boards, pictographs, or ideographs (symbols representing ideas, not sounds).

BAG MASK DEVICE

bag mask device

A manually operated resuscitator used to ventilate a nonbreathing patient or assist the ventilation of a patient who is not breathing at an effective rate or tidal volume. The device consists of a bag, an oxygen reservoir system, a one-way flow valve, and a clear face mask. It is designed to be attached to an oxygen source by tubing to deliver concentrations approaching 100%. See: illustration

belay device

A device using friction to brake or slow the movement of a rope, or to protect a patient, basket, climber, or other rescuer.

biventricular assist device

Abbreviation: BiVAD
A device that helps both ventricles of the heart contract more effectively. It is used to treat heart failure by propelling blood out of the chambers of the heart.

cardiac rhythm management device

Abbreviation: CRMD
An umbrella term for pacemakers and implantable cardioverter/defibrillators.

cervical immobilization device

Abbreviation: CID
A stiff neck brace or collar to prevent movement of the cervical spine in order to maintain spinal alignment and prevent injury or paralysis.

charge-coupled device

Abbreviation: CCD
A device used in video and digital imaging (such as in CT scanning) that creates electronic images from light.

clitoral vacuum device

A mechanical device used to engorge and stimulate the clitoris. It is used as a U.S. FDA–approved treatment for female sexual dysfunction.

electronic infusion device

Abbreviation: EID
A device for monitoring intravenous infusions. The device may have an alarm in case the flow is restricted because of an occlusion of the line. In that case, the alarm will sound when a preset pressure limit is sensed. The device can also signal that an infusion is close to completion. The pressure is regulated by the height at which the container is positioned above the level of the heart when the patient is lying flat. A height of 36 in (91 cm) provides a pressure of 1.3 lb/sq in (70 mm Hg). Most EIDs are equipped to stop the flow of the infused liquid if accidental free flow occurs. See: infusion pump

esophageal intubation detector device

A syringe attached to the endotracheal tube immediately after an intubation attempt.

Patient care

If aspiration is difficult or stomach contents are withdrawn, or both, the endotracheal (ET) tube may have been placed in the esophagus and needs to be removed and reinserted. If aspiration is easy and free of stomach contents, it is probable that the ET tube is located in the trachea; the rescuer should then confirm tube placement by other techniques, e.g., a combination of auscultation, x-ray, and pulse oximetry.

femoral compression device

A device used to apply pressure to the large artery or vein in the thigh after it has been cannulated in order to reduce bleeding from the punctured vessel. Femoral compression devices are used, e.g., after angiography.

flow-restricted oxygen-powered ventilation device

Abbreviation: FROPVD
A ventilation device that provides a peak flow rate of 100% oxygen at up to 40 L/min. See: oxygen-powered ventilation device

Flutter device

See: Flutter device

head immobilization device

A device that attaches to a long back board and holds the patient's head in neutral alignment. See: long back board

humanitarian use device

Humanitarian device exemption.

improvised explosive device

Abbreviation: IED
Military jargon for a homemade bomb or land mine used in unconventional warfare.

input device

In assistive technology, the device that activates an electronic device. This can be a manual switch, a remote control, or a joystick. See: switch

inspiratory impedance threshold device

Inspiratory impedance threshold valve.

intrauterine contraceptive device

Abbreviation: IUCD, IUD
See: intrauterine contraceptive device.

Kendrick extrication device

See: Kendrick extrication device

left ventricular assist device

Abbreviation: LVAD
A pump surgically implanted in patients with severe heart failure to move blood from the left ventricle to the ascending aorta. The LVAD usually augments the heart's function until it heals (following a severe myocardial infarction) or until a heart transplant becomes available, e.g., for patients with heart failure with a markedly diminished ejection fraction. The LVAD also may be used permanently for a patient who does not meet criteria for transplantation.

listening device

A speech amplifier that aids the hearing-impaired in direct person-to-person communication or telephone conversation. Such devices differ from conventional hearing aids in that they reduce interference from background noises.

medical device

Any health care product that is intended for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of disease and does not primarily work by effecting a chemical change in the body

mobility device

Any assistive technology that aids the movement of people with physical impairments. Examples include lift chairs, scooters, or wheelchairs.

needleless device

A device that has no exposed sharp surface, used to inject drugs and fluids. It is designed to decrease the risk of needle-stick injuries by health care professionals.

oxygen-conserving device

Abbreviation: OCR
Any device that reduces the loss of administered oxygen into the environment, e.g., one that releases oxygen to a patient only when the patient inhales.

oxygen-powered ventilation device

A multifunction ventilation devicehat uses high-flow oxygen. This device can often be triggered by negative pressure caused by an inhaling patient; it can also be operated by a button while the operator watches the patient's chest rise.

CAUTION!

During resuscitation, it is necessary to use the positive-pressure aspect of this device and manually trigger or compress the button because the patient cannot open the valve by inhaling. These devices should be fitted with an overinflation high-pressure alarm to avoid gastric distention and/or barotrauma.

personal flotation device

Abbreviation: PFD
A life vest to prevent drowning and near drowning. People engaged in water sports, such as boating or water skiing, or rescuers working on or near the water should wear PFDs at all times. The U.S. Coast Guard sets standards and establishes specifications for the manufacture and use of PFDs. Personal flotation devices may be used to provide added buoyancy for the patient during aquatic therapy.

personal assistive mobility device

Personal mobility device.

personal mobility device

Any assistive device that facilitates individual human transportation. Examples include powered wheelchairs, scooters, bicycles and unicycles. Although many such devices are used by people with activity or mobility restrictions, mobility aids can be employed generally, e.g., for urban transportation in place of automobiles. Synonym: personal assistive mobility device

pointing device

A type of input device for sending commands to a computer. Moving the device results in movement of a cursor on the monitor or computer screen. Pointing devices range from the conventional desktop mouse, trackball, and touch-sensitive screens to infrared and ultrasound pointers mounted on the head. See: light pointer; switch

position-indicating device

Abbreviation: PID
A device to guide the direction of the x-ray beam during the exposure of dental radiographs. This devices improves and standardizes dental radiographic imaging and reduces the patient's risk of radiation exposure.

positive beam limiting device

A collimator that automatically adjusts the size of the radiation field to match the size of the imaging device. Synonym: automatic collimator

powered mobility device

Abbreviation: PMD
Any assistive device (such as a powered wheelchair, a lift chair, or a scooter) that improves the movement of the functionally impaired.

pressure relief device

An appliance filled with air, water, gel, or foam, to reduce pressure points caused by the patient’s body weight when seated or bedridden. Examples include wheelchair cushions and air or water flotation mattresses.

prosthetic terminal device

A component of an upper extremity prosthesis that substitutes for the functions of the hand. There are many types of terminal devices, some of which are designed for use with specific tools and implements. These devices have two primary actions: voluntary opening and voluntary closing. Synonym: hook

protective device

An external support applied to vulnerable joints or other body parts to guard against injury. Protective devices include helmets, braces, tape or wrapping, and padding.

pubovaginal device

A device fitted for use in the vagina to help prevent urinary incontinence. See: pessary

sequential compression device

Abbreviation: SCD.
A device to reduce edema or prevent the formation of blod clots in an extremity. A chambered nylon sleeve is progressively inflated from its distal segment to the proximal segment, forcing venous and lymphatic return. Sequential compression devices are inflated with air (pneumatic compression) or, less commonly, chilled water (cryocompression). SCDs are used frequently in the perioperative period. See: intermittent compression

single-use device

A medical device used once for the care of a single patient and then immediately discarded.

spine arthroplasty device

A prosthesis to replace a damaged intervertebral disk.

superconductive quantum interference device

Abbreviation: SQUID
A biomagnetometer used to measure magnetic fields in the body or the presence of magnetically active elements or minerals, such as body stores of iron.

telecommunication device for the deaf

Abbreviation: TDD
A device that allows the hearing-impaired to use the telephone even if they cannot comprehend speech. A keyboard and display screen are used.

VENOUS ACCESS DEVICES: A. An over-the-needle catheter; B. An inside-the-needle catheter.

venous access device

A specially designed catheter for gaining and maintaining access to the venous system. This device provides access for patients who require intravenous fluids or medications for several days or more, e.g., those having a bone marrow transplant or who are receiving long-term total parenteral nutrition. See: venous port See: illustration

ventricular assist device

Abbreviation: VAD
A pump to treat heart failure. It helps the ventricles to contract and move blood to the lungs and/or the aorta. See: left ventricular assist device

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abduction device

adaptive device

adaptive seating device

assistive technology device

augmentative device

bag mask device

belay device

biventricular assist device

cardiac rhythm management device

cervical immobilization device

charge-coupled device

clitoral vacuum device

electronic infusion device

esophageal intubation detector device

Patient care

femoral compression device

flow-restricted oxygen-powered ventilation device

Flutter device

head immobilization device

humanitarian use device

improvised explosive device

input device

inspiratory impedance threshold device

intrauterine contraceptive device

Kendrick extrication device

left ventricular assist device

listening device

medical device

mobility device

needleless device

oxygen-conserving device

oxygen-powered ventilation device

CAUTION!

personal flotation device

personal assistive mobility device

personal mobility device

pointing device

position-indicating device

positive beam limiting device

powered mobility device

pressure relief device

prosthetic terminal device

protective device

pubovaginal device

sequential compression device

single-use device

spine arthroplasty device

superconductive quantum interference device