Basic Details
Word: Anaesthesiologist
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A doctor who gives anaesthetics to patients so that they do not feel pain during surgery.
Synonyms: Anaesthetist, anaesthetic provider
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Out like a light: Used to describe someone who falls asleep very quickly, often used when patients are anaesthetised. Example: "After the anaesthesiologist did his job, he was out like a light."
- Take the edge off: To reduce unpleasant feelings or pain. Example: "She was nervous before the operation, but the anaesthesiologist was there to take the edge off."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Before her surgery, the anaesthesiologist explained the process of administering the anaesthetic to her.
Example 2: The anaesthesiologist monitored the patient's vital signs closely to ensure everything was going well during the procedure.
Example 3: His calm and comforting words from the anaesthesiologist helped ease her fears about the operation.
Fun Fact
Anaesthesiology has a fascinating history; the first successful use of ether as an anaesthetic was in 1846 by dentist William Morton, which revolutionised surgery and made it far less painful for patients.
Famous Quote
"Surgery is not only a science; it is also an art. It requires a surgeon and anaesthesiologist working together." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "anaesthesiologist" mean?
a) A type of surgeon
b) A doctor who gives anaesthetics
c) A person who cares for patients
d) A medical researcher
Answer: b) A doctor who gives anaesthetics
2. Which of these is a synonym of "anaesthesiologist"?
a) Neurologist
b) Anaesthetist
c) Cardiologist
d) Orthopaedic surgeon
Answer: b) Anaesthetist
3. Which sentence uses "anaesthesiologist" correctly?
a) The anaesthesiologist painted a picture in the waiting room.
b) The anaesthesiologist advised the patient to take a walk.
c) The anaesthesiologist prepared the patient for surgery by administering anaesthesia.
d) The anaesthesiologist cooked lunch for the staff.
Answer: c) The anaesthesiologist prepared the patient for surgery by administering anaesthesia.
4. Which idiom means to fall asleep very quickly?
a) Take the edge off
b) Out like a light
c) On cloud nine
d) Running on empty
Answer: b) Out like a light
5. What is the opposite of an anaesthesiologist?
a) N/A
b) A person who causes pain
c) A pharmacist
d) A patient
Answer: a) N/A
