baseline evaluation
[/ˈbeɪslaɪn ɪˌvæl.juˈeɪ.ʃən/]
nounpl: baseline evaluations
avaliação inicial
1. An initial assessment or measurement taken before an intervention, treatment, or program begins, used as a reference point for measuring future progress or change
The baseline evaluation showed that the patient had a 40% loss of mobility before starting physical therapy.
A avaliação inicial mostrou que o paciente tinha uma perda de 40% da mobilidade antes de iniciar a fisioterapia.
2. A systematic examination or test conducted at the start of a study, project, or program to establish current conditions against which improvements can be measured
We conducted a baseline evaluation of all employees to assess their current skill levels before the training program.
Realizamos uma avaliação inicial de todos os funcionários para avaliar seus níveis de habilidade atuais antes do programa de treinamento.
The term is widely used in both American and Brazilian professional contexts, particularly in healthcare, education, psychology, and research. In Brazil, it's commonly used in clinical assessments and educational evaluations. In the USA, it's standard terminology in medical, psychological, and organizational development fields. The concept reflects a data-driven approach to measuring progress that has become increasingly important in evidence-based practice.
Related Idioms & Phrases
establish a baseline
set a baseline evaluation
conduct a baseline evaluation
measure against the baseline
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