1. A set of established procedures or rules that are suitable and fitting for a particular situation, ceremony, or technical process
The hospital followed the adequate protocol for patient admission.
O hospital seguiu o protocolo adequado para admissão de pacientes.
2. Official or formal procedures that meet the requirements of a specific context, such as diplomatic, medical, or legal matters
Without the adequate protocol, the agreement would not be legally binding.
Sem o protocolo adequado, o acordo não seria juridicamente vinculativo.
3. A proper procedure or method that conforms to established standards and best practices
The laboratory technician ensured the adequate protocol was followed during testing.
O técnico de laboratório garantiu que o protocolo adequado fosse seguido durante o teste.