altered procedure
[/ˈɔːltərd prəˈsiːdʒər/]
noun phrasepl: altered procedures
procedimento alterado
1. A modified or changed process, method, or set of steps that deviates from the original or standard protocol
The altered procedure was implemented to improve efficiency in the manufacturing process.
O procedimento alterado foi implementado para melhorar a eficiência no processo de fabricação.
2. In legal or administrative contexts, a revised process that differs from established rules or guidelines
Due to the pandemic, the altered procedure allowed for remote testimony in court hearings.
Devido à pandemia, o procedimento alterado permitiu depoimentos remotos nas audiências judiciais.
3. In medical contexts, a modified surgical or treatment protocol adapted for specific patient circumstances
The surgeon decided on an altered procedure to accommodate the patient's comorbidities.
O cirurgião decidiu por um procedimento alterado para acomodar as comorbidades do paciente.
In Brazilian business and legal contexts, 'procedimento alterado' is commonly used to explain deviations from standard practices, often due to regulatory changes, emergencies, or efficiency improvements. In the USA, this term is frequently encountered in healthcare, corporate compliance, and administrative law discussions.
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