incomplete discharge
[/ˌɪnkəmˈplit dɪsˈtʃɑrdʒ/]
nounpl: incomplete discharges
alta incompleta
1. The release of a patient from a hospital or medical facility before the completion of treatment or before the patient is fully recovered
The incomplete discharge resulted in the patient returning to the emergency room within 48 hours.
A alta incompleta resultou no retorno do paciente à sala de emergência em 48 horas.
2. In legal contexts, the failure to fully satisfy the obligations or conditions of a contract, debt, or sentence
The incomplete discharge of his probation requirements led to additional penalties.
O cumprimento incompleto de suas obrigações de liberdade condicional resultou em penalidades adicionais.
3. In electrical or battery contexts, the failure to fully deplete the charge or energy reserves
Incomplete discharge of the battery can reduce its lifespan over time.
A descarga incompleta da bateria pode reduzir sua vida útil ao longo do tempo.
In Brazilian healthcare, 'alta incompleta' is a significant medical and administrative concern, often discussed in hospital quality improvement meetings. In the United States legal system, incomplete discharge of probation or parole can have serious consequences. The term reflects concerns about patient safety, legal compliance, and reliability across both medical and legal domains.
Related Idioms & Phrases
premature discharge from duty
incomplete fulfillment of obligations
partial satisfaction of debt
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