direction
Spanish: dirección, rumbo
Description
Direction refers to the guidance or path along which something moves or points. In medical contexts, it can relate to the orientation of a treatment, procedure, or anatomical structure.
Interpreter Notes
Interpreters should be aware that 'dirección' can have multiple meanings in different contexts, including physical direction and guidance in treatment. Avoid using colloquial terms that may confuse the patient, and ensure clarity in medical contexts by sticking to the glossary term.
Example Sentences
EN: The doctor provided clear direction on how to manage the patient's condition.
ES: El médico proporcionó una dirección clara sobre cómo manejar la condición del paciente.
Common Interpreter Mistakes
Confusing 'dirección' with 'dirección de la enfermedad'; misinterpreting 'direction' as only a physical term; mixing up with similar-sounding terms like 'dirección' and 'dirección' (address)