Description

Adjustment refers to the process of modifying or adapting a treatment plan or therapy to better meet a patient's needs. This can involve changes in medication dosage, therapy frequency, or other aspects of care to improve outcomes.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'ajuste' may be used in various contexts, including medication and therapy adjustments. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms that might confuse the patient. Common variants include 'modificación' or 'cambio', but these should be avoided in favor of the glossary term for clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor recommended an adjustment to the patient's medication regimen.

ES: El médico recomendó un ajuste en el régimen de medicación del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'ajuste' with 'ajustar' which has different implications; using informal language instead of the clinical term; misunderstanding the context of adjustment in treatment plans.