State/States

Etym. Meaning “physical condition as regards form or structure” is attested from late 13c. Meaning “mental or emotional condition” is attested from 1530s (phrase state of mind first attested 1749).

Definition

  • A term used when programming manikins; state variables may include vital signs, monitor readings, body sounds, and verbalizations made by the simulator.
  • [pleural] A sequence of events that change over time. (Sokolowski & Banks, 2011).

Compare to: EVENT

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