Description

Bed rest refers to a medical recommendation for patients to remain in bed to aid recovery from illness or surgery. It is often prescribed to reduce physical activity and promote healing.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may use colloquial terms for bed rest, such as 'reposo' or 'quedarse en cama', which may not convey the same clinical meaning. It is important to maintain the formal term 'reposo en cama' in medical contexts to ensure clarity and professionalism.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor advised the patient to follow a strict bed rest regimen for the next week.

ES: El médico recomendó al paciente seguir un régimen estricto de reposo en cama durante la próxima semana.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'reposo en cama' with 'reposo' which is less specific; misinterpreting the context as a general suggestion rather than a medical directive; mixing up with terms related to immobility or confinement.