Stability

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Stability refers to the state of being stable. In the context of medicine, it can refer to the body's ability to maintain its normal state in response to changes. It can also refer to the resistance of a medical device or drug to changes in its properties over time.

Medical Stability[edit | edit source]

Medical stability is a term used to describe a patient's condition when it is not changing or deteriorating. This is often used in the context of hospital discharge, where a patient is considered stable when their vital signs are within normal limits and they are not expected to deteriorate in the near future.

Drug Stability[edit | edit source]

Drug stability refers to the ability of a drug to maintain its chemical integrity and pharmacological activity. This is important for ensuring that a drug is safe and effective for use. Drug stability can be affected by factors such as temperature, humidity, and light.

Device Stability[edit | edit source]

In the context of medical devices, stability refers to the ability of a device to maintain its performance and safety characteristics over time. This is important for ensuring that a device is safe and effective for use. Device stability can be affected by factors such as temperature, humidity, and light.

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