간호사
Nurse
A nurse is a healthcare professional dedicated to patient care and medical support.
Word in 30 Seconds
- A professional who cares for patients in medical facilities.
- Works under the supervision of doctors to provide treatment.
- Essential role in maintaining health and recovery of patients.
Summary
A nurse is a healthcare professional dedicated to patient care and medical support.
- A professional who cares for patients in medical facilities.
- Works under the supervision of doctors to provide treatment.
- Essential role in maintaining health and recovery of patients.
Use with honorifics
Always address a nurse with polite language in Korea. Using '간호사님' is the most respectful and common way to address them.
Distinguish from medical assistants
Be careful not to confuse professional nurses with nursing assistants. They have different levels of qualifications and legal responsibilities.
High social respect
In Korea, nurses are highly respected for their dedication and hard work. They are seen as essential pillars of the healthcare system.
Examples
4 of 4간호사가 환자의 상태를 확인합니다.
The nurse checks the patient's condition.
간호사님, 여기 좀 도와주세요.
Nurse, please help me here.
우리 언니는 간호사예요.
My older sister is a nurse.
간호사의 역할은 의료 현장에서 매우 중요합니다.
The role of a nurse is very important in the medical field.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Gan-ho-sa' as a person who 'guards' (ho) and 'cares' (gan) for your health. A 'nurse' is like a guardian of your recovery.
개요
간호사는 병원이나 보건소 등 의료 기관에서 환자의 건강을 관리하고 회복을 돕는 전문 직업인입니다. '간호'는 '돌보다'라는 뜻의 '간'과 '보호하다'라는 뜻의 '호'가 합쳐진 단어입니다. 2) 사용 패턴: 보통 '간호사가 되다', '간호사를 부르다', '간호사의 도움을 받다'와 같은 형태로 사용합니다. 직업을 나타내는 명사이므로 뒤에 조사 '-가', '-를', '-에게' 등을 붙여 문장에서 주어나 목적어로 활용합니다. 3) 공통 문맥: 병원 진료실, 응급실, 수술실 등 의료 현장에서 가장 흔하게 접할 수 있습니다. 환자가 아플 때 가장 먼저 도움을 요청하는 대상이기도 합니다. 4) 유사어 비교: '간호조무사'는 간호사의 지시를 받아 보조적인 업무를 수행하는 직업으로, 간호사와는 면허의 범위와 교육 과정에서 차이가 있습니다.
Usage Notes
Use '간호사님' when addressing a nurse directly to show respect. It is a neutral, professional term used in all healthcare settings. Avoid using casual speech when interacting with medical staff.
Common Mistakes
Some learners confuse '간호사' with '의사' (doctor). Remember that '간호사' is a nurse and '의사' is a doctor. Also, ensure you add the honorific suffix '-님' when speaking to them.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Gan-ho-sa' as a person who 'guards' (ho) and 'cares' (gan) for your health. A 'nurse' is like a guardian of your recovery.
Word Origin
The word is composed of '간(看, to look/care)' and '호(護, to protect/guard)'. It literally means a person who watches over and protects a patient.
Cultural Context
In Korea, nurses are often referred to as 'white angels' (백의의 천사) due to their white uniforms and dedicated service. They are highly respected professionals in society.
Examples
간호사가 환자의 상태를 확인합니다.
everydayThe nurse checks the patient's condition.
간호사님, 여기 좀 도와주세요.
formalNurse, please help me here.
우리 언니는 간호사예요.
informalMy older sister is a nurse.
간호사의 역할은 의료 현장에서 매우 중요합니다.
academicThe role of a nurse is very important in the medical field.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
간호사 선생님
Nurse (polite address)
간호사 시험
Nursing exam
Often Confused With
A nursing assistant has a different certification process and scope of practice. They typically assist the nurse rather than performing independent clinical duties.
Grammar Patterns
Use with honorifics
Always address a nurse with polite language in Korea. Using '간호사님' is the most respectful and common way to address them.
Distinguish from medical assistants
Be careful not to confuse professional nurses with nursing assistants. They have different levels of qualifications and legal responsibilities.
High social respect
In Korea, nurses are highly respected for their dedication and hard work. They are seen as essential pillars of the healthcare system.
Test Yourself
빈칸에 알맞은 단어를 고르세요.
환자가 아파서 ___을(를) 불렀습니다.
환자를 돌보는 직업을 가진 사람을 부르는 것이 문맥상 자연스럽습니다.
다음 설명에 해당하는 직업은 무엇입니까?
병원에서 의사를 도와 환자를 돌보는 사람입니다.
환자를 돌보는 전문 의료진은 간호사입니다.
단어를 순서대로 배열하세요.
친절한 / 간호사가 / 있습니다 / 병원에
주어+서술어 구조를 갖춘 올바른 문장 배열입니다.
Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions대학교에서 간호학을 전공한 뒤 국가고시를 합격하여 간호사 면허를 취득해야 합니다. 면허가 있어야만 정식 간호사로 활동할 수 있습니다.
의사는 주로 환자의 질병을 진단하고 치료 계획을 세우며 수술을 집도합니다. 간호사는 의사의 처방에 따라 환자를 간호하고 치료 과정을 보조합니다.
네, 병원이라는 공적인 공간에서 일하는 전문가이므로 예의를 갖추어 존댓말을 사용하는 것이 일반적입니다.
환자의 체온, 혈압 측정, 약 투여, 주사, 환자 기록 관리 등 환자의 회복을 위한 전반적인 업무를 수행합니다.
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