therapeutic adjustment
[θer-ə-ˈpü-tik ə-ˈjəs-mənt]
nounpl: therapeutic adjustments
ajuste terapêutico
1. A modification or alteration made to a treatment plan, medication dosage, or therapeutic intervention to improve patient outcomes or address side effects
The doctor made a therapeutic adjustment to the patient's medication after observing improvement in symptoms.
O médico fez um ajuste terapêutico na medicação do paciente após observar melhora nos sintomas.
2. In psychology and counseling, a modification to therapeutic techniques or approaches to better suit a client's needs and progress
The therapist recommended a therapeutic adjustment to incorporate cognitive-behavioral techniques.
O terapeuta recomendou um ajuste terapêutico para incorporar técnicas cognitivo-comportamentais.
3. A calibration or fine-tuning of treatment parameters to optimize clinical effectiveness
Regular therapeutic adjustments ensure the patient maintains optimal health outcomes.
Ajustes terapêuticos regulares garantem que o paciente mantenha resultados de saúde ideais.
This term is widely used in both Brazilian and American medical and psychological practice. In Brazil, it reflects the influence of international healthcare standards and evidence-based medicine. The concept emphasizes personalized, adaptive treatment approaches rather than one-size-fits-all interventions, reflecting modern clinical philosophy in both cultures.
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