direct treatment
[dəˈrɛkt ˈtritmənt]
nounpl: direct treatments
tratamento direto
1. Medical or therapeutic intervention that directly addresses the cause or symptoms of a condition without intermediary steps
The doctor recommended direct treatment of the infection with antibiotics rather than waiting for it to resolve on its own.
O médico recomendou o tratamento direto da infecção com antibióticos em vez de esperar que se resolvesse sozinha.
2. In psychology or counseling, therapy that openly addresses the presenting problem or issue without indirect methods
Direct treatment of anxiety involves exposure therapy and cognitive behavioral techniques.
O tratamento direto da ansiedade envolve terapia de exposição e técnicas cognitivo-comportamentais.
3. In water treatment, the processing of water directly without preliminary settling or sedimentation
Direct treatment of groundwater requires careful filtration to remove contaminants.
O tratamento direto da água subterrânea requer filtragem cuidadosa para remover contaminantes.
The concept of 'direct treatment' reflects a modern medical approach prioritized in both Brazilian and American healthcare systems, emphasizing evidence-based, targeted interventions rather than observational or indirect methods. In Brazil, this aligns with the growing emphasis on efficient SUS (Sistema Único de Saúde) protocols, while in the USA, it relates to insurance requirements for documented, effective treatments.
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