Description

Urgent care refers to medical services that provide immediate treatment for non-life-threatening conditions that require prompt attention. These services are typically available outside of regular office hours and can address a variety of health issues.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters may encounter variations such as 'atención de urgencias' or 'centro de urgencias', which can be regional. It is important to use 'Cuidados de uregencia /atención de urgencias' in formal medical contexts to maintain clarity and professionalism.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was advised to visit urgent care for their injury.

ES: Se le recomendó al paciente que visitara los Cuidados de uregencia /atención de urgencias por su lesión.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'urgente' with 'emergencia'; mixing up urgent care with emergency room services; mispronouncing 'urgencia' as 'urgente'.